Seven Tamil Nadu districts and Karaikal on alert for heavy rain
The Chennai Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds for several regions on November 8.
Seven districts in Tamil Nadu, including Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Pudukkottai, Ramanathapuram, and Thoothukudi, are expected to receive heavy rain on Sunday, November 8, according to Urban Acres. Karaikal is also included in the heavy rain forecast.
The Chennai Meteorological Centre stated that an atmospheric circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea and nearby coastal areas of Kerala is causing these weather patterns. This system is predicted to bring gusty winds to the districts facing heavy rainfall.
Other areas, including Chennai, Madurai, and Tiruchirappalli, may experience light rain with lightning and thunderstorms. On Monday, November 9, heavy rain is forecast for Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Pudukkottai, Sivaganga, and Ramanathapuram.
Chennai Meteorological Centre director Durai said the northeast monsoon could become more active in November, with moderate to heavy rain possible after November 7. The state recorded 22 centimetres of rain between October 1 and November 1, which was 18 per cent above normal.
The forecast comes as Chennai has seen intermittent showers recently. Authorities have noted the need for caution on roads and in public areas during Diwali travel due to the expected lightning and winds.