Severe Cyclone Michaung Wreaks Havoc: Death Toll Rises, Factories Closed, Airports Submerged in India's Southern States :

Torrential rain and the impending impact of Cyclone Michaung have devastated southern India, claiming at least four lives, shutting down factories, and submerging key infrastructure. As the cyclone approaches the coasts of Andhra Pradesh, the country braces for winds clocking 90-100 kph (56-62 mph), with gusts up to 110 kph.

Tragedy struck Tamil Nadu, where rain-related incidents claimed four lives, including two due to a collapsing building wall. Chennai, the state's capital and a vital industrial center, faced chaos with flooded streets sweeping away cars and inundating the airport, forcing its closure until Tuesday.

The deluge disrupted manufacturing giants like Taiwan's Foxconn and Pegatron, halting Apple iPhone production near Chennai due to the heavy downpour. With Chennai submerged and power outages rampant, memories of the catastrophic 2015 floods resurfaced.

Authorities evacuated thousands from coastal regions in both states, with warnings to fishermen and closures of schools, offices, and banks in affected districts. Andhra Pradesh braced for intense rainfall, evacuating thousands as the cyclone's landfall approached Bapatla, with over 800 already relocated.

The impending landfall and its aftermath have triggered extensive evacuations and precautionary measures, amplifying the impact of Cyclone Michaung on these vulnerable Indian states.