Tamil Nadu rains: Depression may make landfall between Karaikal and Mamallapuram on November 30The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert regarding a depression that is expected to make landfall along the Tamil Nadu coast between Karaikal and Mamallapuram on November 30, 2024. This weather system is likely to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough seas to coastal regions of Tamil Nadu and neighboring areas.
Key Points:
Landfall Expected: Between Karaikal and Mamallapuram, which are located on the southeastern coast of Tamil Nadu.
Date: November 30, 2024.
Heavy Rainfall: Anticipated in parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and southern Andhra Pradesh.
Wind Gusts: Strong winds are expected along the coastal regions, potentially causing damage to infrastructure and vegetation.
Fishing Advisory: Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea due to rough conditions.
Impact Areas:
Coastal districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, Kancheepuram, and Cuddalore, may experience heavy rains.
The depression could also bring heavy to very heavy rainfall in the southern parts of the state and in Puducherry.
Precautions:
Residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas are advised to stay alert and follow local advisories.
Authorities are expected to issue more specific warnings, including evacuation instructions for vulnerable areas.
The alert area for the depression expected to make landfall between Karaikal and Mamallapuram on November 30, 2024 includes several coastal districts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and parts of Andhra Pradesh. Here’s a breakdown of the regions that are likely to be most affected
here are some important helpline numbers you can contact:
1. Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority (TNSDMA)
Helpline Number: 1070
This number is for general disaster-related queries, emergency response, and assistance during natural disasters like floods or storms.
2. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
Helpline Number: 112 (National Emergency Helpline)
NDRF Control Room: 011-26106059, 011-26106060
You can call NDRF for rescue operations and assistance during major disasters like floods, landslides, and cyclones.
3. Puducherry Disaster Management
Helpline Number: 1077 (Puducherry)
This number can help with emergency services specific to Puducherry and Karaikal.
4. Police Helpline Number
100 (Emergency Police Assistance)
5. Fire and Rescue Services
101 (Fire & Rescue)
6. Ambulance Services
108 (National Emergency Ambulance Service)
7. Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) – Power Outage Issues
1912 (TNEB Emergency Helpline)
8. Chennai Corporation Helpline
1913 (Chennai civic services, for flood-related issues)https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/rmc-predicts-deep-depression-to-make-a-landfall-between-karaikal-and-mamallapuram-on-november-30/article68922982.ece