Archive · 30 Nov 2025
Cyclone Ditwah Nears Tamil Nadu
A big storm called Cyclone Ditwah is getting closer to India after causing a lot of damage in Sri Lanka.
The weather department has issued a red alert for parts of Tamil Nadu for Saturday and Sunday, meaning people should be very careful.
The storm is expected to bring very heavy rain to some areas.
In Sri Lanka, the storm has already caused many deaths, injuries, and displaced many people.
India is helping Sri Lanka by sending rescue teams and supplies.
The Sri Lankan president has declared a state of emergency to help with the rescue and relief efforts.
People in the affected areas in India are being told to prepare for the storm and possible flooding.
India has sent 27 tons of relief material and set up an emergency help desk in Colombo for Indian nationals affected by the cyclone.
The Chennai airport has cancelled many flights due to the storm, and authorities are advising residents to stay indoors and avoid coastal areas.
Cyclone Ditwah is approaching India, causing a red alert in parts of Tamil Nadu for Saturday and Sunday.
Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in several districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
The cyclone has caused significant damage in Sri Lanka, with 153 deaths and 191 missing.
India has launched 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' to provide humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka, including NDRF personnel and relief supplies.
Sri Lankan President has declared a state of emergency to facilitate relief and rescue operations.
- Who
- Residents of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, South Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, and Sri Lanka
- What
- Cyclone Ditwah approaching India after causing destruction in Sri Lanka
- When
- Expected to reach near North Tamil Nadu by early morning of November 30
- Where
- Southwest Bay of Bengal, North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, South Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- Cyclone Ditwah is moving north-northwestwards, bringing heavy rainfall and potential flooding
Government and Authorities
Residents and Travelers
Preparedness and Response
Government and Authorities
Government agencies and authorities are actively preparing for the cyclone by deploying disaster response teams, setting up relief camps, and issuing alerts to ensure public safety.
Residents and Travelers
Residents and travelers are advised to follow safety instructions, avoid coastal areas, and stay updated on weather conditions to minimize risks.
- Cyclone Name
- Ditwah
- Affected Regions in India
- North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, South Andhra Pradesh
- Alert Levels in Tamil Nadu
- Red alert for several districts, including Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Villupuram, Chengalpattu, and Puducherry-Karaikal region
- Expected Rainfall
- Extremely heavy rain with strong winds
- Impact in Sri Lanka
- 153 deaths, 191 missing, 43,900 displaced
- Indian Assistance to Sri Lanka
- Operation Sagar Bandhu with NDRF personnel, relief supplies, and rescue equipment
- State of Emergency in Sri Lanka
- Declared by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake
- Expected Cyclone Path
- North-northwestwards towards southwest Bay of Bengal near North Tamil Nadu
- Relief Material Delivered
- 27 tons by air and sea
- Emergency Help Desk
- Set up at Bandaranaike International Airport for Indian nationals
- Flight Cancellations
- 54 flights cancelled on Saturday, 47 cancellations announced for Sunday
- Disaster Response Teams
- 28 teams deployed in Tamil Nadu, 5 NDRF teams airlifted from Vadodara to Chennai
Sources
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Chennai weather today: IMD issues orange alert as Cyclone Ditwah heads toward Tamil Nadu coast; 47 flights cancelled
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Operation Sagar Bandhu: Indian NDRF teams assist rescue efforts in flood-hit Sri Lanka
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Cyclone triggers high alert in south coastal AP
