Live Updates on Chennai Weather: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) anticipates substantial to exceptionally heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu and Kerala over the next 2-3 days. According to the IMD Chennai forecast, there is a likelihood of heavy to very heavy rain occurring in isolated locations within Toothukudi, Ramanathapuram, Pudukkottai, and Sivaganga districts of Tamil Nadu. Additionally, heavy rainfall is expected in isolated areas within Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Madurai, Mayiladuthurai, Tenkasi, Virudhunagar districts of Tamil Nadu, as well as the Karaikal area.
Severe rainfall on Sunday resulted in flood-like situations and water-logging in several districts of south Tamil Nadu.
Latest Updates on Chennai Weather: Homes in Thoothukudi District Inundated as Rainfall Continues | Watch
Thoothukudi district experienced persistent rainfall throughout the night, resulting in water entering homes, particularly in areas like Kovilpatti where 40 lakes have reached full capacity. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts indicate the likelihood of very heavy rains in Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, and Tenkasi districts. Severe waterlogging has been reported in Thoothukudi, with videos capturing the inundation of homes. Due to the adverse weather conditions, schools, colleges, private institutions, banks, and financial institutions will remain closed in these four districts today.