Cyclone Michaung** has brought severe weather conditions to Tamil Nadu, particularly affecting Chennai and surrounding areas.
- **Impact**: Heavy rainfall, internet disruptions, power outages, and transportation disruptions.
- **Government Response**: Tamil Nadu authorities have taken various measures to ensure safety and minimize the cyclone's impact on residents.
**Key Developments:**
- **School Closures**: The Tamil Nadu government has officially declared the closure of all educational institutions in Chennai due to anticipated heavy rainfall.
- **Transportation Disruptions**:
- *Trains*: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) canceled a total of 60 trains within its jurisdiction as a precautionary measure. The railway has also set up a Crisis Management Cell to monitor the situation closely.
- *Flights*: Chennai airport experienced closures leading to the diversion of 33 flights to Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bangalore. Around 70 flights to and from Chennai were canceled due to severe weather conditions.
- **Government Initiatives**:
- *Chief Minister's Address*: CM MK Stalin urged residents to stay indoors until the cyclone subsides. He personally assessed the control room's preparedness to manage the situation.
- *Army Rescue Operations*: The Indian Army's 12 Madras Unit is conducting rescue operations in waterlogged areas of Chennai.
- *Work-from-Home Arrangements*: Private companies in specific districts have been advised to facilitate work-from-home options for employees on Tuesday.
**Forecast and Precautions:**
- Cyclone Michaung is expected to move towards Andhra Pradesh while continuing to bring heavy rainfall to Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, and Thiruvallur districts.
- Authorities urge residents to stay updated on the situation and follow safety instructions issued by the government.
*Stay tuned for further updates as the situation develops.*
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