The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a severe weather warning as Cyclone Ditwah approaches the southern coastal regions of India. The cyclone is expected to make landfall on November 30, 2025, bringing extremely heavy rainfall and potential destruction to several states.
IMD Issues Red Alert Across Multiple States
The weather authority has declared a red alert for Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Puducherry, and several districts of Andhra Pradesh. This highest-level warning indicates that severe weather conditions are imminent and residents should take immediate precautions. The cyclone is currently intensifying over the Bay of Bengal and moving toward the eastern coastline.
Meteorological experts predict that Cyclone Ditwah will bring rainfall measuring between 200-300 mm in most affected areas, with some regions potentially experiencing even higher precipitation levels. Fishermen have been strictly advised against venturing into the sea, and coastal communities are being evacuated from vulnerable locations.
Regional Impact and Preparedness Measures
In Tamil Nadu, authorities have activated emergency response teams and established relief camps in low-lying areas. Chennai is expected to experience the brunt of the cyclone's impact, with city officials working to clear drainage systems and deploy disaster management personnel. Schools and colleges in the red alert zones will remain closed until the situation improves.
Puducherry has similarly initiated precautionary measures, with the administration setting up control rooms to monitor the situation round-the-clock. The Andhra Pradesh government has positioned National Disaster Response Force teams in coastal districts, ready for immediate deployment if required.
Safety Recommendations and Future Projections
The IMD has recommended that residents in affected areas avoid unnecessary travel during the cyclone period. People living in temporary structures or flood-prone regions should relocate to safer ground. Emergency services including police, fire departments, and medical teams are on high alert across all threatened regions.
Weather models suggest that the cyclone's impact may extend inland, affecting agricultural areas and potentially disrupting transportation networks. Power outages are anticipated in some regions as a precautionary measure to prevent accidents. The meteorological department will continue to provide hourly updates as the situation develops.
This cyclone season has been particularly active in the Bay of Bengal, with Cyclone Ditwah representing the second major weather system to develop in the region this month. Climate experts note that changing weather patterns may be contributing to increased cyclone frequency and intensity in the Indian Ocean region.
