Chennai is cut off from southern Tamil Nadu due to flooded national highways, impacting train services with several cancellations and diversions.

Chennai: Authorities in Tamil Nadu declared a holiday for schools and colleges in Cuddalore district on Monday due to severe flooding in the region. The announcement was made by the Cuddalore District Collector,

Vikravandi and Krishnagiri were worst-affected; Villupuram and Puducherry have also been reeling for the past two days.

A red alert is issued for extremely heavy rain in Cuddalore and Mayiladuthurai on Wednesday, while Chennai remains under a yellow alert.

Cyclone Fengal, which made landfall over Tamil Nadu's coastal regions on Saturday, has wreaked havoc, leaving at least 19 dead and causing widespread damage. The storm intensified into a

The rescue operation near the lower slopes of Annamalaiyar Hill was halted by Sunday night due to the rain and the possibility of more landslides.

Cyclone Fengal has hit near Puducherry late Saturday night, resulting in heavy rains and strong winds in North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The storm caused significant rainfall, leading to overflowing dams and the risk of flooding in nearby villages.