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Tamil Nadu continues to face volatile weather conditions as a low-pressure area over the Southwest Bay of Bengal and ongoing cyclonic activity have triggered widespread rain across the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued fresh alerts, warning residents of thunderstorms, lightning, and heavy showers through the week.
Chennai, already grappling with waterlogging, traffic snarls, and school closures earlier this week, is likely to see worsening conditions by the weekend, with heavier spells forecast for Saturday and Sunday. While no fresh announcement has been made on school closures for Wednesday, parents have been advised to stay in touch with school authorities for updates.
– Light to moderate rain likely at a few places over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal, with thunderstorms and lightning expected at one or two locations.
– Heavy rain predicted at isolated places in Cuddalore and Mayiladuthurai districts on Wednesday and Thursday.
– Thunderstorm activity likely over Kerala, Lakshadweep, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Rayalaseema.
As per the bulletin, Friday onwards, heavy rain possible across Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Villuppuram, Chengalpattu, Nagapattinam, and the Puducherry/Karaikal regions.
On Saturday & Sunday, widespread of heavy rainfall is expected in Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Chennai, Villuppuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Ariyalur, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Pudukkottai, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi, Kanyakumari, and Tirunelveli, along with Puducherry and Karaikal.
With repeated spells of heavy rain forecast, residents are urged to exercise caution, avoid waterlogged stretches, and stay updated with local advisories. The IMD continues to monitor the developing weather system and will issue updates as conditions evolve.
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