The Chennai Meteorological Department has issued a rain alert for several parts of Tamil Nadu, forecasting rainfall in 14 districts before 10 pm today.
According to the weather department, light to moderate rainfall is likely in isolated areas of Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ramanathapuram, Erode, Salem, Namakkal, Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Sivaganga, Tiruvarur and Nagapattinam districts.
Rain is also likely in parts of Karaikal.
Rain Forecast for Chennai and Other Districts
Several districts across northern, western and southern Tamil Nadu may experience rainfall during the evening and night hours.
The districts covered under the latest Tamil Nadu weather alert include:
Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ramanathapuram, Erode, Salem, Namakkal, Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Sivaganga, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam
Karaikal has also been included in the rainfall forecast.
Tamil Nadu Weather Update
Residents in the affected areas are advised to monitor the latest weather updates issued by the Chennai Meteorological Department and take necessary precautions during rainfall.
The forecast indicates the possibility of rain in isolated locations before 10 pm today.