Heavy rain hits Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry

Holiday declared for schools...

Schools in Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, and Villupuram districts of Tamil Nadu, as well as in the Union Territory of Heavy rain hits Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry, are closed today due to heavy rainfall.

The recent announcement of school closures is a precautionary measure following the meteorological department's forecast of heavy to very heavy rainfall in Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Villupuram, Cuddalore districts, and Puducherry on November 14.

The MET office reports the potential formation of a low-pressure area in the southeast Bay of Bengal, attributed to an upper air cyclonic circulation.

The Meteorological Department has issued a warning of squally weather, with anticipated wind speeds reaching up to 55 kmph, raising safety concerns.

Tamil Nadu relies on the North East Monsoon for essential drinking water and irrigation requirements. As of last week, the state has experienced a rainfall deficit of 17% compared to the normal levels.