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IMD warns of heavy rain in Tamil Nadu and Kerala today
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🗓 08 Nov 2026, 07:27 AM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an alert for intense rainfall across Tamil Nadu and Kerala, urging residents to stay prepared.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) released a weather alert on Thursday warning of heavy rainfall across Tamil Nadu and Kerala later in the day. The bulletin forecasts widespread showers with the possibility of localized flooding, especially in coastal districts and river basins.
Meteorologists expect the rain to intensify between 2 pm and 8 pm, with accumulations of 50‑100 mm in some pockets. The agency has advised people to keep windows and doors closed, avoid low‑lying areas and stay updated through official channels.
State disaster management authorities in both Tamil Nadu and Kerala have mobilised emergency response teams, issued travel advisories and urged residents to cooperate with local officials to minimise disruption and safeguard lives.
Meteorologists expect the rain to intensify between 2 pm and 8 pm, with accumulations of 50‑100 mm in some pockets. The agency has advised people to keep windows and doors closed, avoid low‑lying areas and stay updated through official channels.
State disaster management authorities in both Tamil Nadu and Kerala have mobilised emergency response teams, issued travel advisories and urged residents to cooperate with local officials to minimise disruption and safeguard lives.