The Southwest monsoon has intensified, with heavy rain expected in over 10 districts of Tamil Nadu. The weather department has issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated places across the state.
Chennai to Get Evening Showers
Chennai and its suburban areas are expected to get some respite from the heat, with light to moderate evening showers accompanied by thunder and lightning in isolated places. The maximum temperature is likely to hover around 36-37 degrees Celsius.
Districts on Alert
The districts that are likely to receive heavy rainfall include: Chennai, Kanchipuram, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Cuddalore, Villupuram, Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Pudukkottai, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, and Kanyakumari. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea along the coast of Tamil Nadu.
Monsoon Progress
The monsoon has been active over the Bay of Bengal, bringing widespread rainfall to the coastal and interior districts. The weather department has predicted that the monsoon will continue to intensify over the next few days, bringing more rain to the region.
Residents are advised to stay indoors during heavy rain and avoid low-lying areas. The authorities have been put on alert to handle any emergencies.
