Question

Chennai, Cuddalore, and Cauvery delta are frequently affected by floods. Give reason.

Answer 1

1. In our State, the Northeast Monsoon season starts from October. It will continue till December.
2. Every year, during this Northeast Monsoon season, low-pressure depressions are formed in the Bay of Bengal.
3. The low-pressure depressions are then transformed into cyclones and hit the coastal districts.
4. Heavy rain follows the depressions and cyclones.
5. Hence, Chennai, Cuddalore, and Cauvery delta are often affected by floods.