Heavy Rain Spreads Across Tamil Nadu with Strong Winds

Heavy rain is making its presence felt across many districts in Tamil Nadu, including Chennai and Chengalpattu. The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecasted widespread rainfall accompanied by strong winds, signaling a shift in the weather pattern. Areas like Kallakurichi, Cuddalore, and Ariyalur are also bracing for heavy showers tomorrow. Temperatures in some locations are expected to rise slightly—by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius above normal—adding to the discomfort.

Heavy Rain Impacts Several Districts; Relief After Scorching Heat

Following a long spell of intense heat, several parts of Tamil Nadu are now experiencing the cooling effect of heavy rain. Chennai and its suburbs such as Kodambakkam, Nungambakkam, Valluvar Kottam, Arumbakkam, and Ambattur saw steady rainfall. North Chennai areas including Thiruvottiyur, Kasimedu, Tondiarpet, Vyasarpadi, and Ennore were also soaked by heavy rain and strong winds.

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In some places, the strong winds caused damage. For instance, near Avadi, a temporary roadside tent was uprooted. In Vanagaram, a large iron-framed banner collapsed from a building, falling onto power lines and causing alarm. The banner’s concrete base also damaged a nearby house’s roof, injuring a resident who required hospital treatment. Poonamallee’s Thanthai Periyar Nagar witnessed metal roofs being torn off, damaging homes, air conditioning units, and vehicles.

Other districts like Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Krishnagiri, and Vellore also experienced heavy rain with thunder, lightning, and strong winds. This rain has provided welcome relief from the previous week’s extreme heat, refreshing both residents and farmers in places like Tirupattur, Vaniyambadi, Jolarpet, and Alangayam.

Continuing Heavy Rain Forecast and Temperature Rise Alerts

While Puducherry faced strong winds without much rain, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry overall are expected to see light to moderate showers today, with heavy rain forecasted in several districts tomorrow, including Coimbatore, Nilgiris, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, and Tiruvannamalai. However, meteorologists warn that in some parts, temperatures may rise slightly above normal, causing mild discomfort despite the rains.

The winds are changing the weather landscape across Tamil Nadu, bringing relief yet reminding people to stay cautious in affected areas.

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Conclusion:
Heavy rain has begun to reshape the climate in Tamil Nadu, cooling down heat-stricken regions but also causing disruptions. Residents should stay alert as the rainfall continues in the coming days, along with occasional temperature fluctuations.