Tamil Nadu News: Severe weather conditions caused by Cyclone Fengal have disrupted flight operations across Tamil Nadu, with Chennai Airport temporarily shutting operations until 7 PM on Friday. Airlines like Air India and IndiGo reported delays and cancellations across multiple cities, including Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, Tuticorin, Madurai, Tirupati, and Visakhapatnam. IndiGo announced the suspension of all flight operations at Chennai Airport, stating, Flight operations will resume once the weather improves, prioritizing the safety of passengers and crew. Additionally, an IndiGo flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai was diverted to Bengaluru due to adverse weather.Airlines Issue Travel Advisories Amid Cyclone ThreatAir India and IndiGo advised passengers to confirm flight statuses with their respective airlines as inclement weather forced rescheduling and cancellations. Chennai Airports official handle updated travelers, stating, We recommend passengers check with their respective airlines for real-time updates.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported intense rain across Tamil Nadu as Cyclone Fengal moved toward the north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts. Using Doppler weather radars and satellite observations, the IMD predicted continuous rainfall for the next two to three days. The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai forecasted extremely heavy rain for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, and other northern coastal districts on Saturday.State Government Monitors Relief MeasuresTamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin assured citizens that the government is actively monitoring the situation. Relief camps have been set up, and other districts are being monitored continuously. There has been no incident so far, he stated. Officials are working to minimize disruptions and ensure the safety of residents in affected areas.The IMD issued a warning of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall for regions including Kancheepuram, Villuppuram, and Puducherry. Isolated heavy rain is expected in other districts such as Tiruchirappalli, Salem, and Nagapattinam. Cyclone Fengal is anticipated to make landfall later today, bringing strong winds and intense downpours.
