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Chennai Schools Shut Amid Heavy Rain and Flood Threats
✍️ NDTV
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 07:01 PM
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All schools in Chennai and surrounding districts were closed following reports of heavy rainfall and rising flood risks.
The education department in Chennai announced a complete shutdown of all schools across the city and nearby districts after meteorological reports flagged heavy rainfall and significant flood risks.
Students and parents were advised to stay indoors and avoid traveling to school premises until the weather conditions improved.
Local authorities are monitoring river levels and have deployed additional resources to manage potential waterlogging in vulnerable areas.
The closure is part of a broader precautionary measure to safeguard students and staff from the escalating weather hazards.
Students and parents were advised to stay indoors and avoid traveling to school premises until the weather conditions improved.
Local authorities are monitoring river levels and have deployed additional resources to manage potential waterlogging in vulnerable areas.
The closure is part of a broader precautionary measure to safeguard students and staff from the escalating weather hazards.