Cyclone Michaung live updates: Most of Chennai remains submerged due to heavy rain under the impact of 'Michaung', which has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm. The storm, currently over Bay of Bengal, is likely to head towards the Andhra Pradesh coast. Heavy inundation has been reported from low-lying areas in Chennai while three people have died and the airport has been closed till Tuesday morning. The cyclone is expected to make landfall between Nellore and Machilipatnam around midnight.

The Indian Army today said it swiftly responded to a request for assistance from the Chennai civic body and mobilised two columns for the mission. The contingent comprised around 135 personnel equipped with essential resources, including boats, flood relief stores, and vehicles. Indian Army said it successfully rescued and assisted about 300 citizens during their mission.

(With inputs from agencies)