- By Priyanka Koul
- Wed, 22 Oct 2025 08:44 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Tamil Naidu Rains: As heavy rains continue to lash parts of Tamil Nadu, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted extremely heavy rainfall in the state's coastal districts on Wednesday. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea until October 25.
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued an orange alert for seven coastal and delta districts, including Ramanathapuram, Cuddalore, Thanjavur, and Puducherry, effective until 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
A heavy rain alert has also been issued for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Villupuram, Ranipet, and Tiruvannamalai. Other districts such as Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, and Tirupattur may also receive heavy rainfall.
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All schools in Chennai will remain closed on Wednesday due to the heavy rain warning, according to an announcement by Chennai District Collector Rashmi Siddharth Jagade.
District collectors in Cuddalore, Villupuram, and Ranipet have also declared holidays for schools and colleges in their respective districts. In Thoothukudi, only schools will remain closed, as per the latest announcement made on Tuesday.
Chennai’s iconic Marina Beach is witnessing intense sea turbulence, with rough waves and strong winds battering the coast amid ongoing Northeast Monsoon activity. Officials have warned that rough sea conditions are expected to persist for the next couple of days.
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On October 23, rainfall intensity is expected to increase in Chennai and surrounding areas, with very heavy rainfall forecast for Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, and Vellore. Districts such as Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Tirupattur, and Villupuram may also experience heavy showers.
On October 24, rain is likely to intensify across a broader region, affecting Tirupattur, Vellore, Krishnagiri, Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, Tiruvannamalai, Erode, Nilgiris, Coimbatore, and Dharmapuri.
( With Inputs from Agencies )