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Chennai rains: Guindy, Valluvar Kottam, Mylapore, Velachery, Tambaram, Alandur, and Sholinganallur were among the areas that received rainfall. This sudden downpour is attributed to atmospheric circulation and thermal convection. The rain comes as a welcome respite after a month and a half of sweltering heat.
Chennai, September 19, 2024: Residents of Chennai woke up to a pleasant surprise today as various parts of the city received good rainfall, bringing relief from the scorching heat. The rain, which started around 3 a.m.
, continued for 5-6 hours, with some areas experiencing heavy downpour even after 6 a.m. Guindy, Valluvar Kottam, Mylapore, Velachery, Tambaram, Alandur, and Sholinganallur were among the areas that received rainfall.
This sudden downpour is attributed to atmospheric circulation and thermal convection. The rain comes as a welcome respite after a month and a half of sweltering heat. Meanwhile, Bangalore has been experiencing non-stop rain for two days.
Weather Department Predicts More Showers Ahead Chennai’s civic authorities are gearing up for the upcoming rainy season. Preparations are in full swing, with the final phase of work underway. This includes digging canals, cleaning floodwater drainage systems, and constructing new ones.
Northeast Monsoon improvement works and flood prevention measures have also reached the final stage. According to weather forecasts, isolated rains are likely around Chennai and adjoining North TN today. Tomorrow, the probability of thunderstorms is expected to increase, with more places likely to be affected.
Fairly intense #thunderstorms with massive high intensity #rains happening over parts of North #Chennai and North/NW suburbs of #Chennai !!⛈️🌧️ Few places have already clocked up to 30-40mm with the #heavyrains still continuing !! #ChennaiRains #TNRains pic.twitter.com/ScrqsmRYIa — TN Weatherman (Samarth) (@SAMARTHMBANSAL1) September 18, 2024 With the rain bringing temperatures down, residents can look forward to some relief from the heat.
However, it’s too early to bid farewell to the sweltering temperatures entirely. Click for more latest Tamil Nadu news. Also get top headlines and latest news from India and around the world at News9.
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