Chennai and surrounding regions have been experiencing continuous rainfall since Tuesday, with authorities declaring a yellow alert as Cyclone Fengal intensifies.

According to an IMD's rainfall update, very heavy rainfall was recorded in several areas, including Nagapattinam (19 cm) and Chennai (13 cm), from 8.30 am on November 26 until 8.30 am the following day.

Schools in Tiruchirappalli, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, and Tiruvarur are closed in anticipation of heavy rains.

Cyclone Fengal, is a name proposed by Saudi Arabia, in line with the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) guidelines on naming cyclones.

Chief Minister N Rangasamy led an emergency meeting to assess the heavy rainfall situation in Puducherry and Karaikal, focusing on cyclone Fengal preparations. Efforts include establishing relief camps,

Cyclone Fengal, intensifying in the Bay of Bengal, is projected to hit Tamil Nadu's coast after grazing Sri Lanka. Heavy rainfall has already impacted crops, prompting school closures in several districts.

Behind every cyclone lies a name with purpose and meaning. Cyclone Fengal, forming over the Bay of Bengal, isn't just a storm — it's a symbol of regional collaboration and cultural significance.

Schools and colleges across Chennai, Chengalpet, Kancheepuram, and Tiruvallur districts are closing Wednesday due to the impending Cyclone Fengal. The storm, currently a depression in the Bay of Bengal,

Cyclone Fengal is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding to Tamil Nadu, prompting school closures and heightened disaster preparedness

Along with the storm’s impacts in southern states, the cyclone is also predicted to cause a significant drop in temperatures in Maharashtra. The region is bracing for a cold spell that will last for the next seven days,