Chennai and several northern coastal districts of Tamil Nadu are preparing for another wet day as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues fresh weather alerts. Persistent rainfall over the past few days has already caused flooding and slowed traffic, and unsettled conditions are expected to continue.

Orange alert in four districts

An Orange Alert is in effect until 10 am for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu. Moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning is forecast in these districts, with potential waterlogging, slippery roads and traffic delays in the morning hours.

Yellow alert in several districts

A Yellow Alert has been issued for Villupuram, Cuddalore, Ranipet, Tiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur and Pud

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