Chennai Rain Update: Considering flood-like situations in the state, the Tamil Nadu government announced a holiday for schools and Colleges across four northern districts- Tiruvallur, Chennai, Kancheepuram, and Chengelpet on Wednesday, October 16.

Chennai has been struggling with heavy rains, causing waterlogging and traffic problems. The IMD has predicted heavy rains in the region, while the state government is taking preventive measures. Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin inspected flood-prone areas and advised fishermen and IT professionals.

Heavy rains battered Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday as the India Meteorological Department issued a warning about a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, saying that it is likely to turn into a depression.

Chennai: Heavy rains lashed Chennai and surrounding areas in Tamil Nadu, causing severe waterlogging in the regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for the state, predicting "isolated extremely heavy rainfall" and "very heavy rainfall" for Thursday and Friday (October 17 and 18).

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Over 300 locations report flooding in the city. Residents moved to relief centres, rescue workers on standby to evacuate people.

With the Northeast Monsoon bringing relentless rains and triggering flood warnings in Tamil Nadu, the state government has declared a public holiday for schools, colleges, and government offices in Chennai and the neighbouring districts of Tiruvallur,

Several parts of Tamil Nadu is witnessing heavy rains due to upper air cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal. The roads of many cities have been waterlogged and people are facing difficulties in commuting.