Schools and colleges in Chennai and Tiruvallur districts will remain shut on December 3 . This closure is due to anticipated heavy rainfall in the region.
Chennai District Collector Rashmi Siddharth Zagade officially declared a holiday for all educational institutions. This decision impacts both schools and colleges across Chennai and Tiruvallur.
Weather Warning and Forecast
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a bulletin detailing the weather conditions. It predicts heavy rainfall accompanied by moderate thunderstorms.
Maximum wind velocity is expected to reach 40-60 kmph. These conditions are likely in Tiruvallur, Chennai, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts.
Exam Postponements
The University of Madras announced the postponement of all undergraduate and postgraduate exams. These exams were originally scheduled for December 3 .
University Registrar Rita John issued a notice regarding the change. Revised dates for the postponed examinations will be announced shortly.
Broader Rainfall Impact in Tamil Nadu
Several parts of northern Tamil Nadu experienced continuous rainfall. The state has recorded a death toll of 4 due to rain-related incidents.
Additionally, standing crops on more than 2 lakh acres were destroyed. The IMD bulletin also forecasts heavy to very heavy rain for December 3 in various districts, including the Nilgiris.
Weather System Update
The IMD reported that a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal weakened into a depression on December 2 . This weather system is likely to move slowly towards the north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts.
It is then expected to weaken further into a well-marked low-pressure area, according to the IMD.
City Preparedness
The Greater Chennai Corporation has deployed approximately 22,000 personnel . These personnel include officials assigned to manage rain-related tasks.
Their duties involve clearing clogged drains, removing fallen tree branches, and pumping out stagnant water. These efforts aim to mitigate the impact of the heavy rainfall.