- By Nidhi Giri
- Tue, 26 Nov 2024 03:59 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Chennai Weather Update: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has put Chennai on an orange alert for heavy rain for next two days, from November 27 to November 29. Tamil Nadu experienced widespread rainfall on Tuesday. A cyclonic circulation over the East Equatorial Indian Ocean and the Southeast Bay of Bengal has evolved into a low-pressure area, with the IMD predicting its intensification into a depression by November 25. This system is expected to develop into a deep depression, with varying models indicating the possibility of it strengthening into a cyclonic storm.
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, on Tuesday, said the depression over southwest Bay of Bengal has now intensified into a deep depression, and that it may intensify further into a cyclonic storm on Wednesday.
Intense Rainfall in Tamil Nadu
Rain lashed various parts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram, and Tiruvallur. Northern coastal regions like Cuddalore and Cauvery delta districts such as Thiruvarur and Mannargudi also saw mild to moderate showers, with heavy rainfall recorded in some areas. The downpour disrupted traffic and waterlogged roads in several parts of Chennai and its neighbouring districts.
The IMD has also issued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warnings for multiple districts.
November 26: Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, and Thanjavur are expected to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Cuddalore and Mayiladuthurai may experience extremely heavy showers in isolated areas.
November 27-28: Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram, and Villuppuram are on alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall, with the possibility of extremely heavy rain in a few places.
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A thunderstorm and lightning alert has also been issued for Tamil Nadu and Kerala over the next few days.
Alert Issued For All Tamil Nadu Districts For November 27
Yellow Alert: Ranippettai, Vellore, Tiruppattar, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Thiruvannamalai, Kallakkurichi, Salem, Erode, Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Thiruppur, Namakkal, Perambalur, Thiruchiraplli, Karur, Dindigul,Theni, Madurai, Virudhunagar, Thoothukudi, Tenkasi, Thirunelveli, Kanyakumari.
Orange Alert: Thiuvallar, Chennai, Kancheerum, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Puducherry, Ariyalur, Thanjavur, Pudukottai, Thiravarur, Nagapattnam.
Red Alert: Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, Karaikal
Chennai Forecast
In Chennai, residents can expect cloudy skies with intermittent rainfall. The maximum temperature is forecasted to hover between 29°C and 30°C, while the minimum will range from 24°C to 25°C.
The IMD has urged fishermen to avoid venturing into the Bay of Bengal due to rough seas. The authorities have also been advised to remain on high alert to manage potential disruptions caused by the heavy rains and thunderstorms.
As Tamil Nadu braces for the intensified weather system, citizens are advised to stay updated and follow safety guidelines issued by the authorities.