Tamil Nadu Weather Update: Will Rains Recede In Next 24 Hours In Chennai & Other Dists?

Chennai and 23 other districts in Tamil Nadu faced torrential rains on Saturday due to Cyclone Fengal, leaving parts of the state capital inundated.

Rainfall levels in northern and southern Chennai reached 130-150 mm by 6:00 am, causing widespread waterlogging. Tragically, one person was electrocuted at a flooded ATM in Chennai.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Chennai and many other districts for Saturday.

Red Alert For Saturday: Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Villuppuram, Cuddalore, Kallakuruchi districts and Puducherry

Orange Alert For Saturday: Ranipet, Tiruvannamalai, Vellore, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai districts and Karaikal.

Yellow Alert For Saturday: Tirupattur, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Salem, Namakkal, Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai and Karur districts.

When Will Cyclone Make Landfall?

Cyclone Fengal was initially expected to make landfall near Puducherry on Saturday, but weather blogger R. Pradeep John predicted a delay. "As long as the cyclone is at sea, it will form clouds and push them towards land. Landfall might not happen today and could be pushed to tomorrow," he shared on social media.

Will the rains across the state recede in the next 24 hours?

According to the latest weather update from the Regional Meteorological Centre, 25 districts will experience heavy rain on Sundays as well.

Red Alert For Sunday: Villuppuram, Kallakuruchi and Cuddalore districts and Puducherry.

Orange Alert For Sunday: Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, Tiruvannamalai, Dharmapuri, Salem, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai districts and Karaikal.

Yellow Alert For Sunday: Vellore, Tirupattur, Krishnagiri, Erode, Nilgiris, Namakkal, Tiruchirapalli and Pudukottai districts.

The Regional Meteorological Centre forecasts heavy rains across Tamil Nadu for the next 24 hours, with 25 districts expected to receive significant rainfall on Sunday. Villuppuram, Kallakurichi, Cuddalore, and Puducherry remain on red alert, while Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, Tiruvannamalai, Salem, and other districts have been issued orange alerts.

The weather alerts clearly indicate that Chennai and other districts will get heavy rains for next 24 hours. Possibly on Monday, the rains will reduce as there are no red alerts.

How It Rained In Chennai On Friday?

Monday is expected to bring some relief, with no red alerts currently predicted. However, areas such as Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, and Erode remain on orange alert, while Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Salem, Namakkal, Karur, Theni, and Madurai are under yellow alert.

Yellow Alert: Moderate rainfall expected. Residents should remain cautious, especially in low-lying areas, and carry essentials like umbrellas.

Orange Alert: Heavy rainfall predicted. Stay indoors where possible, stock up on essentials, and prepare for possible disruptions.

Red Alert: Extremely heavy rainfall anticipated. Follow evacuation instructions, avoid unnecessary travel, and prioritize safety measures.