Chennai Monsoon Alert 2026: GCC Helpline Numbers and Zone-Wise Contacts

The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has intensified precautionary measures across all 15 zones to tackle heavy rainfall, strong winds and potential flooding during the Northeast Monsoon 2026. Rescue teams, relief centres, emergency vehicles and essential equipment have been instructed to remain ready to handle weather-related emergencies.

Chennai Corporation Steps Up Flood Prevention Measures

Following the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister`s directions, the corporation has instructed zonal officials to coordinate with residents` welfare associations and public representatives to improve monsoon preparedness.

Special attention is being given to flood-prone areas, where residents will be informed about safety measures and emergency arrangements. Relief centres are being equipped with essential facilities, including food, lighting and toilets. Rescue teams, police personnel, fire and rescue services, and medical teams have been instructed to remain on standby.

Emergency Equipment and Medical Facilities

The corporation has directed officials to keep JCB machines, lorries, tipper trucks, tree-cutting equipment and other emergency machinery ready. Measures are also being taken to remove dangerous banners, advertising boards and temporary structures that could cause accidents during strong winds.

Hospitals and urban primary healthcare centres have been instructed to maintain essential medicines, backup power facilities and generators to ensure uninterrupted services during heavy rainfall.

Chennai Corporation Rain Complaint Helpline Numbers

Residents can report waterlogging, damaged roads and other monsoon-related issues through the following channels:

GCC Helpline: 1913

GCC WhatsApp: 94450 61913

Namma Chennai App: For registering civic complaints.

GCC Social Media: Residents can report issues through the corporation`s official social media channels.

The integrated command and control centres at Ripon Buildings and the North, Central and South regional offices are operating 24 hours a day to coordinate emergency responses.

Chennai Corporation Zone-Wise Control Room Numbers

Residents can contact the following numbers to report rain-related problems:

Tiruvottiyur: 94451 90201

Manali: 94451 90202

Madhavaram: 94451 90203

Tondiarpet: 94451 90204 / 89258 19481

Royapuram: 94451 90205

Thiru. Vi. Ka. Nagar: 94451 90206

Ambattur: 94451 90207

Anna Nagar: 94451 90208

Valasaravakkam: 94451 90211

Alandur: 94451 90212

Adyar: 94451 90213

Perungudi: 94451 90214

Sholinganallur: 94451 90215

Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall and strong winds and follow official safety instructions. The Greater Chennai Corporation has urged all departments to coordinate closely to ensure public safety throughout the Northeast Monsoon season.