Chennai City hit by heavy rain, IMD issues ‘Yellow Alert’ till Nov 22
Chennai faces heavy rainfall as a low-pressure area over the Southwest Bay of Bengal triggers an IMD orange alert.
The IMD warns of continued cyclonic activity affecting Chennai and nearby Tamil Nadu districts, urging residents to stay cautious and safe.
Another Low Pressure Area is predicted to form over the Southeast Bay of Bengal around November 22, which will likely boost rainfall across many parts of the state.
The Tamil Nadu Revenue and Disaster Management Department has instructed district officials to take precautionary steps due to the forecast of heavy rains. Relief camps with food, drinking water, and medical aid will be set up for people evacuated from vulnerable areas like riverbanks and low-lying zones.
Community kitchens will provide meals for those in shelters. A 24/7 state control room has also been established to keep a close watch on the situation and coordinate emergency responses.These developments indicate an active monsoon phase for Tamil Nadu, requiring preparedness and caution from authorities and residents alike to handle potential flooding and other weather-related challenges effectively.
The Tamil Nadu government has taken extensive steps to prepare for the anticipated heavy rainfall and potential flooding due to the ongoing Low Pressure Area and the expected formation of another system over the Bay of Bengal.
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has identified 87 flood-prone areas within the city and has implemented a comprehensive Disaster Management Plan for 2025.
This plan includes GIS-based mapping of vulnerable zones, digital monitoring of stormwater drainage, and coordination through an Emergency Operations Centre to enable swift responses.