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Heavy Rain and Flooding : Tamil Nadu Faces Dual Disaster

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20 December 2023

Heavy Rain and Flooding
Tamil Nadu Faces Dual Disaster

TN Flooding

In a heart-wrenching sequence of events, Tamil Nadu, still grappling with the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung on December 4, faced another calamity on December 18.

Rescue Operations

A swift and coordinated response ensued, with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Indian Air Force (IAF), railway authorities, and local officials mobilizing for rescue operations.

Rampant flooding brought life to a standstill in southern districts including Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, and Kanniyakumari, inflicting widespread damage on crops and properties.

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Chennai dispatched additional pumps, and approximately 200 boats were pressed into service, showcasing a united, multi-agency approach to tackling the crisis.

The resilience exhibited by the affected communities and the collaborative efforts of various agencies underscored the imperative of solidarity in confronting such formidable challenges.

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