Heavy rainfall is expected in 10 districts of Tamil Nadu as the weather service issued an alert for the upcoming monsoon season. The forecast indicates significant downpours that could lead to flooding in urban and rural areas. The alert was issued by the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority, which has urged local authorities to prepare for potential waterlogging and landslides.
The affected districts include Chennai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, and several others in the southern and central regions of the state. The weather service has predicted that the rainfall will begin in the early hours of the next day and last for several hours. This is part of the pre-monsoon showers that are common in the region during this time of year.
This alert comes as the state continues to monitor weather patterns closely ahead of the monsoon season, which typically begins in June. Previous rainfall events have led to localized flooding, prompting authorities to take preventive measures. The Tamil Nadu government has also advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel and to keep emergency supplies ready.
The region has experienced variable weather conditions in recent weeks, with some areas facing drought while others have seen heavy rains. This latest alert highlights the need for continued vigilance and preparedness as the monsoon season approaches.
