Severe Cyclone Murasu Prompts School Closures in Chennai and Tiruvallur
Schools and colleges in Chennai and Tiruvallur are closed on November 2, 2026, due to the impending impact of Cyclone Murasu.
Cyclone Murasu intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm early on November 2, 2026.
Schools and colleges in affected districts are closed as a precaution against heavy rainfall.
The cyclone is expected to make landfall on November 3, with wind speeds reaching up to 120 km/h.
On November 2, 2026, schools and colleges in Chennai and Tiruvallur were closed as a precautionary measure due to the anticipated heavy rainfall from Severe Cyclone Murasu. District collectors announced the closures to ensure the safety of students and staff amid worsening weather conditions.
Cyclone Murasu, which translates to 'war drum,' developed from a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal and intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm in the early hours of November 2. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the storm is projected to make landfall on November 3, between Nellore and Narsapur in Andhra Pradesh, with wind speeds ranging from 100 to 110 km/h, and gusts potentially reaching 120 km/h.
As the cyclone approached, it moved west-northwestward at a speed of 25 km/h over the past six hours. The Greater Chennai Corporation's Commissioner, G.S. Sameeran, conducted an inspection of the city's preparedness at the Integrated Control and Command Centre (ICCC) in Ripon Buildings, following continuous rainfall that began on Sunday night.
The impact of Cyclone Murasu is expected to be significant, with heavy rainfall and strong winds posing risks to public safety and infrastructure. Residents in affected areas are advised to stay indoors and heed warnings from local authorities as the storm approaches.
Looking ahead, authorities are closely monitoring the cyclone's path and its potential effects on the region. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops, particularly as the storm makes landfall on November 3.
