All ports in India’s Chennai region have closed operations until further notice on Monday (4 December), as a precautionary measure to deal with the Cyclone ‘Michaung’ threat.
The cyclone is expected to make landfall in the Chennai coastline tomorrow (Tuesday), according to weather updates.
“The cyclone is likely to move north-northwestwards, intensify further into a severe cyclonic storm before Monday afternoon,” the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) warned this morning.
But heavy rains and flooding under the impact of the cyclonic storm – classified as a severe storm -- have already caused havoc in the port city, throwing all transport links out of whack.
“Vessel berthing and cargo movements at Chennai, Kattupalli and Ennore have been suspended,” said a ship agent in Chennai. “Port gates will remain closed until further communication,” the agent noted.
Train and flight services in Chennai have also come to a halt, according to reports.
Container News, PSA BDP
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PSA BDP Chennai will be closed on December 4 and 5 and limited staff will be operating to attend the critical matters.
Please note, shipment delivery and clearance will be delayed due to restriction in access to the airport and Chennai port. As the situation remains fluid, our teams are closely monitoring, and will inform our clients of any ongoing updates.
If you have any questions on specific shipments, please reach out to your local PSA BDP representative.
