Heavy Rains in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu: Chennai and Major District Schools Closed Due to Heavy Rains

The Tamil Nadu government has announced a school holiday in Chennai and some major districts due to heavy rains that lashed the state. It is a precautionary measure which is also being followed by schools in Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, and Tiruvarur districts, which as per weather predictions are also expected to receive more rains.

Safety Precautions and Weather Warning

Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned the nation with heavy rain in the coming two days, and the administration has put on security restrictions so that the life of teachers and students can be made safe.
People should remain indoors, do not venture out to water-logged places, and obey directives of the administration.

Impact on Day-to-Day Life

• Traffic disruption caused as a result of water logging of some low areas.
• Flight and rail transport can be affected by inclement weather.
• Rain emergency response teams are stand-by to handle any rain emergency.

Government Response

The government has requested that the citizens stay on high alert in case of any official declaration and get prepared. Officials in relief and disaster are standby and are equipped with powers to act once there is any form of crisis.