Chennai: Even as the rain subsided across Tamil Nadu’s Tenkasi district, the ban on bathing at all major waterfalls in Courtallam continued for the fourth consecutive day on Sunday, with authorities citing ongoing strong water flow and safety concerns.

Officials said the restriction will remain in place until the current inflow from the Western Ghats reduces and water levels stabilise.

Over the past three days, heavy downpours had triggered flash floods in the popular tourist waterfalls – including the Main Falls, Five Falls, Old Courtallam Falls, Small Falls, and Puliaruvi – forcing the administration to close access to bathing areas.

Torrential rainfall in the upper catchments led to a sudden surge in water levels and strong currents, posing a significant risk to visitors.

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