Cyclone Murasu: Parrys Records 149.2 mm Rainfall as Chennai Faces Heavy Downpour

Chennai experienced widespread rainfall and disruptions on Monday, November 2, as Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu intensified over the Bay of Bengal. Parrys recorded the highest rainfall in the city, with 149.2 mm in the 24 hours ending at 6 am.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the severe cyclonic storm was centred approximately 260 km east-northeast of Chennai and 290 km east-southeast of Nellore at 2:30 am on Monday.

Cyclone Murasu Landfall Forecast

The IMD has forecast that Cyclone Murasu will cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Narsapur, near Ongole, between midnight on November 2 and the early hours of November 3.

The storm is expected to bring sustained wind speeds of 100–110 kmph, with gusts reaching 120 kmph.

Chennai Rainfall Report: Parrys Records Highest Rainfall

The Greater Chennai Corporation`s Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) reported the following rainfall totals for the 24 hours ending at 6 am on November 2.

Parrys: 149.2 mm

New Manali Town: 141.6 mm

Manali: 136.2 mm

Very heavy rainfall was recorded at five locations across Chennai, while 28 locations experienced heavy rainfall. Moderate rainfall was reported at 25 locations.

Areas affected by heavy rainfall included Madhavaram, Puzhal, Ennore, Basin Bridge and Tondiarpet. Moderate rainfall was reported in Korattur, Ayapakkam, Valasaravakkam, Alandur, Pallikaranai and Sholinganallur.

GCC Intensifies Waterlogging and Relief Operations

Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner G.S. Sameeran inspected water stagnation on Besant Road in Triplicane and reviewed relief and monitoring operations at the ICCC headquarters in Ripon Building.

Corporation officials and response teams remain on alert to clear waterlogged roads, drain accumulated rainwater and maintain essential services across affected neighbourhoods.

Rough Sea Conditions Along Chennai Beaches

Cyclone Murasu has also caused rough sea conditions along Chennai`s coastline. Residents are advised to avoid beaches and coastal areas during severe weather and follow official safety advisories.