Will Heavy Rain Impact Six Districts in TN?
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Key Takeaways
- Heavy rainfall forecasted in six TN districts.
- Fishermen warned to stay ashore due to squally winds.
- RMC predicts worsening conditions on Monday.
- Disaster management teams are on high alert.
- Above-average rain already recorded since October 16.
Chennai, Oct 26 (NationPress) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) based in Chennai has issued a warning for significant rainfall across six districts in Tamil Nadu this Sunday, attributing it to a low-pressure system developing over the Bay of Bengal.
This weather phenomenon, currently affecting the central and adjacent eastern sections of the Bay, is expected to bring widespread precipitation and strong winds to the area.
The latest advisory indicates that the districts of Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, and Villupuram, along with Puducherry, may experience heavy rain.
The RMC further indicated that rainfall is projected to increase in intensity on Monday, with extremely heavy precipitation anticipated in Tiruvallur, Chennai, and Ranipet.
Intense showers are also forecasted for Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Vellore, Villupuram, and Puducherry. Officials have stated that the evolving weather system is part of a larger circulation over the central and northwestern Bay of Bengal, which is likely to strengthen over the next 24 hours.
“The low-pressure area is expected to move northwest, resulting in moderate to heavy rainfall across northern coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and parts of Puducherry,” the RMC mentioned.
In light of these forecasts, fishermen are strongly cautioned against venturing into the sea due to squally winds. Wind speeds could reach up to 80 km/h in the southwest, southeast, and central Bay of Bengal, with potential intensification to 100 km/h in the mid-western and northwestern regions.
Residents along the coast are urged to remain vigilant as the sea is likely to be very turbulent. Disaster management teams in the impacted districts are on high alert, and local administrations have begun preparations to manage potential flooding in low-lying areas.
Since the northeast monsoon commenced on October 16, several regions of Tamil Nadu have already experienced above-normal rainfall in the previous week. The weather office will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves.