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Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Western Ghats; Chennai Expected to Receive Evening Showers
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 03 Aug 2026, 12:48 PM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert for the Western Ghats region, while Chennai is slated to receive evening showers.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has released a heavy rain alert for the Western Ghats, warning of potentially damaging rainfall in the region. The alert is in effect until 12:00 a.m. on Saturday.
In Chennai, the IMD forecasts light to moderate showers beginning in the evening, with the heaviest rainfall expected between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Local authorities have advised residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
Meteorologists note that the monsoon trough moving across the Bay of Bengal is likely to bring additional moisture, which could intensify the evening showers in the city. Residents are encouraged to monitor local weather updates and heed any advisories issued by the Chennai Municipal Corporation.
In Chennai, the IMD forecasts light to moderate showers beginning in the evening, with the heaviest rainfall expected between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Local authorities have advised residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
Meteorologists note that the monsoon trough moving across the Bay of Bengal is likely to bring additional moisture, which could intensify the evening showers in the city. Residents are encouraged to monitor local weather updates and heed any advisories issued by the Chennai Municipal Corporation.