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Floods are natural disasters that can have devastating impacts on communities, economies, and the environment. Climate change, urbanization, and deforestation are some of the factors that contribute to the increased frequency and severity of floods. Floods can have devastating impacts on communities, infrastructure, and the environment. They can cause property damage, displacement of people, loss of crops and livestock, and even loss of life. In addition, floods can also lead to erosion, soil and water pollution, and damage to natural habitats and ecosystems. The major objectives of the study were to find the most affected area due to flood, to analyse the main cause and worst effects of flood and to examine whether the government initiatives for the precautions and safety recovery are effective. The researcher has adopted empirical research for the survey as their research method. Convenient sampling method has been implied to collect the data. The sample size of the data collected is 205. The data was collected totally in Chennai and all the respondents were from all ages. Both primary and secondary data was collected for this research paper. The primary tool used for this data is the data collected through the online questionnaire from people of all ages. The secondary data was collected through online articles and journals from various websites. Chi-Square test and Bar Charts by using SPSS software is being utilized as a tool for analysing the data. This research found that people think that houses and apartments are the most affected by floods through heavy rain. The researcher came to know that infrastructure damage, crop destruction and devastation are the main and worse effects of flood. The society wants the government to involve more in the relief process of floods and amend laws on it. Overall, addressing the complex and evolving challenges posed by floods requires a comprehensive and adaptive approach that considers the unique conditions and needs of different regions and communities. By working together, governments, communities, and other stakeholders can reduce the risk and impacts of floods and create more resilient and sustainable communities.