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Tamil Nadu rains: Roads flooded, traffic hit, schools closed; see photos

Last updated on - Dec 12, 2024, 13:26 IST
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IMD issues yellow alert

The IMD has issued a yellow alert, forecasting heavy rainfall in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpet, and 18 other districts on Thursday.

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Orange alert in 4 district

Orange alert issued for heavy rain in Ariyalur, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, and Pudukottai, with rain shifting to western and southern Tamil Nadu by December 13.

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Roads waterlogged

Tharamani CSIR Road in Chennai faced waterlogging on Thursday as heavy rains lashed parts of Tamil Nadu.

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School and colleges shut

Heavy rains across Tamil Nadu on Thursday prompted a holiday for schools and colleges in several districts.

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Traffic disrupts

Heavy rains caused traffic disruptions in multiple areas, including Mount Poonamallee Road, T. Nagar, and 100 Feet Road.

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Torrential rain in Kanchipuram

Kanchipuram experienced heavy rainfall on Thursday, with intense showers causing local disruption and prompting authorities to issue warnings.

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Fishing halted temporarily

In Nagapattinam, over 700 mechanized boats remained docked as the fisheries department advised fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea.

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Heavy rain in Thoothukudi

Heavy rains lashed Thoothukudi on Thursday, causing disruption and prompting precautionary measures.

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