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Summary:

Cyclone Ditwah is currently in the Bay of Bengal, near the Tamil Nadu coast. It’s expected to bring extremely heavy rainfall to parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. While a red alert is in place, the cyclone is predicted to weaken and move northwards, parallel to the coast, rather than making landfall. Heavy rainfall is also anticipated in parts of Andhra Pradesh. The cyclone poses a risk of damage to infrastructure and flooding.

News Article:

Cyclone Ditwah Threatens Tamil Nadu and Puducherry with Torrential Rain, Red Alert Issued

Chennai, India – November 30, 2025 – Cyclone Ditwah is currently churning in the Bay of Bengal, prompting a red alert for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and parts of Andhra Pradesh. While the cyclone is not expected to make landfall, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warns of extremely heavy rainfall in several districts of Tamil Nadu, including Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Mayilduthurai, Villupuram, and Chengalpattu, as well as Puducherry and Karaikal.

The IMD reports that as of this morning, the cyclone was approximately 50 km from the Tamil Nadu coast. Though it will move closer, windspeeds are expected to decrease throughout the day.

Heavy rain is also forecast for Chennai, Pudukkottai, Ariyalur, and other districts in Tamil Nadu, and isolated places in South Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema.

Authorities are bracing for potential damage, including thatched houses, power and communication lines, as well as widespread treefalls. Flooding in farmlands and low-lying areas is also a significant concern. Residents are urged to take necessary precautions.

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