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Heavy Rains Batter Chennai and Tamil Nadu, IMD Issues Alerts

The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rainfall in Chennai and several districts, prompting school closures in affected areas.

  • Chennai and surrounding districts are experiencing heavy rainfall due to a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal.
  • The IMD has extended a yellow alert for heavy rainfall to 25 districts in Tamil Nadu for November 15.
  • Schools have been closed in several districts, including Perambalur, Ariyalur, and Cuddalore, due to severe weather conditions.
  • Thunderstorms with lightning and wind speeds up to 55 kmph are expected in parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
  • The Tamil Nadu government has increased resources, including motor pumps and volunteers, to manage potential flooding.
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