Tamil Nadu heavy rain: Check latest weather forecast here

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released 24-hour rainfall data, Velankanni in Nagapattinam district recorded the highest rainfall in the state with 17cm, Nagappattinam recorded 15cm and Karaikal 14cm.

IMD issued an orange alert for four districts for Tuesday including Chengelpet and Kancheepuram and yellow alert was issued for 15 districts including Chennai and Tiruvallur as they would get heavy rainfall in isolated places.

The continuous heavy rainfall in various parts of Tamil Nadu has led to the declaration of a holiday for schools in several districts on Tuesday. Step taken to ensure the safety of students and staff in the face of challenging weather conditions.

Ahead to November 15, IMD forecasts a yellow alert for heavy rain in isolated places in eight districts, including prominent ones like Chennai, Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur, and Chengelpet.

A low-pressure area is set to form in the Southeast Bay of Bengal in 24 hours, driven by upper air cyclonic circulation over the southwest Bay of Bengal. It will move west-northwest and likely develop into a depression by November 16.

Tamil Nadu experienced intensified northeast monsoon activity, leading to substantial rainfall in Chennai and several coastal areas on Tuesday, attributed to a low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal.

The IMD anticipates additional rain on Wednesday and has issued a 'yellow alert' for eight districts, warning of the likelihood of heavy rainfall in specific locations.