Amid Heavy Rain, Holiday Declared For Schools In Chennai

Chennai:

After a record-breaking sweltering heat, there was some respite as heavy rains lashed coastal areas in and around Chennai on Sunday night. The weather brought the temperature down to normal.

Following the rains, authorities declared a holiday for schools in Chennai and its neighbouring districts of Chengalpet, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur, besides Vellore and Ranipet.

Due to a heavy rain spell, more than six Chennai-bound international flights were diverted to Bengaluru. Rains led to delays in the departure of a dozen international flights. International flight operations at the airport were affected as around 10 incoming flights, including from Doha and Dubai were diverted to Bengaluru, subsequently affecting departure as well.

Chennai’s Meenambakkam received heavy rains of 13.7 cm of rainfall till 5.30 am on Monday. 

Overnight rains had brought considerable inflow and waterlogging and a rise in the level of waterbodies is expected. The MET has said that moderate rains are expected till 10 am today.

Light to moderate rain may continue till June 21 in Chennai and several districts.