Rain Alert in South Indian States: IMD's Forecast of Downpour Sparks Precautionary Measures!

Rain Alert in South Indian States

Get ready, South India! The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is painting the upcoming week with vibrant hues of rainfall, with heavy downpours expected in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Rayalseema on the 14th and 15th of November. This meteorological masterpiece is set to unfold as the IMD predicts a low-pressure system forming over the Southeast Bay of Bengal around Tuesday (14th November), moving west-northwestwards and intensifying into a depression over the Bay of Bengal on the 16th of November.

Tamil Nadu: IMD Rain Forecast & Alert

The excitement begins with the IMD’s forecast of heavy rainfall over the Southeast Peninsular until the 15th of November. A comprehensive weather warning for the next 5 days includes light to moderate rainfall in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, with the possibility of thunderstorms on Tuesday.

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The main act, however, is scheduled for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Rayalseema on the 14th and 15th of November. Notably, the Tamil Nadu government has taken proactive steps, declaring a holiday for educational institutions in Mayiladuthurai District on November 14th in anticipation of heavy rainfall.

An “Orange Alert” from the IMD adds an extra layer of caution, forecasting isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall (115.6 to 204.4 mm) in the coastal regions of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on the 13th and 14th of November. The IMD urges everyone to stay safe and informed.

Local Impact and Precautionary Measures

Specific districts like Cuddalore, Villupuram, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, Tiruvallur, Chennai, Tiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, and Karaikal are poised to experience heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places.

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Preventive measures are in full swing, with the government declaring holidays for schools and colleges in Nagapattinam, Cuddalore, Ariyalur, Thanjavur, Mayiladuthurai, and Thiruvarur districts. Specific areas like Tiruvannamalai, Dindigul (Kodaikanal), and Pudukkottai (Kanthavarkottai, Karambakudi) are also on alert.

Quoting the IMD’s forecast, precautions include warnings about squally weather with wind speeds of 40-45 mph, gusting to 55 kmph, along and off the Tamil Nadu coast, Gulf of Mannar, and the Comorin area. Fishermen are advised to steer clear of these areas.

Monitoring officers have been strategically deployed in various districts to ensure a swift response. A robust network of 121 multi-purpose safety centers and 4,967 relief centers, comprising schools, colleges, marriage halls, and community halls, are prepared to accommodate people. District collectors have the authority to open rescue centers immediately, ensuring public safety without top-level approval.

Tamil Nadu Rain: Emergency Call Center Numbers

Teams from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are on standby in districts like Dindigul, Tirunelveli, Coimbatore, Tiruchirapalli, Chennai, and Arakkonam for relief and rescue operations.

For those in need, emergency call centers (1070 or 1077) are at your service. S Balachandran, deputy-director general of meteorology at the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, provides insights into the recorded rainfall, with Vedaranyam in Nagapattinam district topping the charts with 17 cm in the last 24 hours.

Regional Readiness and Beyond

The government’s preparations extend to 169 relief centers in Chennai, along with 260 high-power motor pumps ready to tackle stagnant water. The RMC forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall in areas like Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur, Villpuram, Thiruvarur, Cuddalore, Puducherry, and Karaikal in the next 24 hours.

Expanding the scope, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Tiruchirapalli, and Pudukkottai are also on the radar for heavy rainfall. Despite recording 23 cm of rainfall from October 1 to November 14, a 14 percent deficit from the average, the northeast monsoon is showcasing its intensity in South India.

IMD Rain Prediction in Other States

After giving rain alert in South Indian States, IMD predicts rainfall in Odisha and West Bengal on the 15th of November, with heavy rainfall expected over coastal areas of West Bengal and Odisha on the 16th of November. In northeast India, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura may witness heavy rainfall on 17th and 18th November.

In conclusion, the IMD’s Rain Alert in South Indian States promises a weather spectacle of grand proportions. It’s not just rain; it’s a symphony of nature that demands attention, precaution, and an appreciation for the power of the elements. Stay safe, stay informed, and embrace the rain!

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