Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Tamil Nadu Braces for Heavy Rainfall, Schools Closed in Some Areas
Tamil Nadu is expecting heavy rainfall in many places until November 23.
Puducherry and Karaikal schools are closed on November 18 due to heavy rain.
Chennai's water reservoirs are releasing extra water to maintain safe storage levels.
A weather alert has been issued for Chennai and other districts.
Fishermen are advised to stay off the sea because of strong winds.
Heavy rainfall expected in eight southern Tamil Nadu districts till November 23
Puducherry and Karaikal schools closed on November 18 due to heavy rain
Chennai reservoirs release surplus water as precautionary measure
Yellow alert issued for Chennai and other districts
Fishermen advised not to venture into sea due to strong winds
- Who
- Tamil Nadu and Puducherry residents, Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department, fishermen
- What
- Bracing for heavy rainfall, schools closed, water release from reservoirs, weather alert issued, marine warning
- When
- November 18 to 23
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Chennai, coastal areas adjoining Gulf of Mannar and Kumari Sea
- Why
- Heavy rainfall due to low-pressure systems over Bay of Bengal, safety measures
Government Action
Public Safety
School Closures
Government Action
Puducherry and Karaikal authorities closed schools on November 18 due to heavy rain, while other districts review local conditions.
Public Safety
Parents and students should check with individual institutions for updates on school openings.
Water Discharge
Government Action
Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department initiated water release from Chennai reservoirs as a precautionary measure.
Public Safety
Residents near surplus canals and downstream areas are urged to stay cautious due to potential water level fluctuations.
Marine Warning
Government Action
Fishermen advised not to venture into the sea due to strong winds and rough conditions.
Public Safety
Fishermen should wait for improved conditions before resuming activities.
- Districts Under Yellow Alert
- Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Mayiladuthurai, Thiruvarur, Thoothukudi, Sivaganga, Virudhunagar, Ramanathapuram, Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Theni
- Expected Rainfall Intensity
- Light to moderate in many places, heavy in some
- School Closures
- Puducherry and Karaikal on November 18, Cuddalore on November 19, others reviewed based on local conditions
- Reservoirs Releasing Surplus Water
- Poondi, Chembarambakkam, and Puzhal lakes in Chennai
- Total Water Released
- 5,400 cusecs
- Marine Warning
- Coastal areas adjoining Gulf of Mannar and Kumari Sea
Sources
As rains return to TN, about 5,400 cusecs of surplus water released from three Chennai dams
Heavy rain revives Chennai catchment areas; water released from three major reservoirs
Chennai Rains Live Updates: City Hit By Heavy Rain, IMD Issues 'Yellow Alert' Till Nov 22
Tamil Nadu rain update: Puducherry, Karaikal, Cuddalore schools closed today as IMD warns of heavy rain in 8 districts
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