

If the low-pressure area intensifies into a cyclone, this would be the third cyclone of 2022

There is also a chance of the storm system crossing over to the Arabian Sea, according to experts

Chennai in direct path of cyclone; southern Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry coasts may also see significant impact

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in most parts of north coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

Mandous is expected to emerge over the Arabian Sea early next week and travel for a few days, but it won’t intensify again into another tropical cyclone

Mandous is now headed to Karnataka, where it could bring substantial rainfall

On-ground arrangement to drain storm water, clear trees, repair power lines and warn people may have helped the city to recover quickly