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News India Live, Digital Desk: We often hear about storms and cyclones in the news, but November 29 has proved to be a dark day for South India. When Cyclone Ditwah, which arose from the Bay of Bengal, hit the land, it left behind such a trail of devastation that it would probably take years to erase.
The heart-wrenching news is that this natural disaster has taken the lives of 123 people so far in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. It is not just a number, it is 123 families whose lights have been extinguished.
People were shocked to see the scene
The impact of the storm was so terrible that huge trees were uprooted like straw and many mud houses collapsed like decks of cards. The flood of water on the roads was such that the vehicles appeared to be floating like boats.
The coastal areas of Tamil Nadu have suffered the most damage. People say that the wind speed was so high that even the windows were shaking. Many districts have been plunged into darkness due to falling electric poles.
IMD’s latest warning: “Weather will continue to haunt us further”
If you feel that the danger has passed, then take the warning of the Meteorological Department (IMD) seriously. The department has issued an alert saying that even though the storm has made landfall, its after-effects are still pending.
There is a possibility of heavy to very heavy rainfall in these states in the next 24 to 48 hours. Especially in Chennai, Puducherry and coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh, people have been advised to stay indoors.
Fishermen are prohibited from going to sea
The sea is still in spate. The waves are rising several meters high. The administration has given clear instructions to the fishermen not to go to the sea shore for the next few days. Schools and colleges have been closed and NDRF teams are engaged in rescue day and night.
What to do, what not to do?
No one can compete with nature, but caution is the only protection.
- Ignore rumours: Trust only official weather news.
- Stay away from electricity: Do not touch fallen electrical wires.
- Keep Stock: Keep essential medicines, torches and food items nearby as power cuts may occur.
This is the time to help each other. Let us all pray together for the families who have lost their loved ones. Stay safe and keep an eye on the weather.