Mandaus cyclone moving towards Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry, NDRF team ready, Orange alert in 12 districts

Cyclone Mandaus, which originated from the Bay of Bengal, is moving towards Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry. Heavy rain, lightning, and strong wind are expected in these states due to the storm. Because of the apprehension of danger, NDRF, the Navy, and other organizations have been asked to be prepared.

According to news agency ANI, while giving information about the preparedness regarding Cyclone Mandaus, NDRF Arakkonam, 4th Battalion Sub-Inspector, and Commander Sandeep Kumar said that our team is ready with all kinds of equipment. Our team members are trained in their fields. Whenever we get a call for help, we will immediately reach the spot.

Orange alert issued in 12 districts of Tamil Nadu

On December 8 and 9, heavy rains and strong winds are expected in all the coastal areas including Chennai in Tamil Nadu. The Meteorological Department has issued Red Alert in 13 districts for December 8 and Orange Alert in 12 districts for December 9 in Tamil Nadu. Cabinet Secretary of the National Crisis Management Committee, Rajeev Gauba, after reviewing the preparations, said that we endeavor to minimize the loss of life and property due to the cyclone. The name Mandaus storm has been given by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In Hindi, it means 'treasure'.

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