Schools in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu were closed on October 21, amid continued rainfall. The weather department has forecast further downpours over the next 48 hours.
Water pumped out using motors amid heavy rainfall in Chennai
Chennai has been witnessing heavy rainfall since October 20th evening, with overnight showers on October 20 and 21 causing waterlogging in several parts of the city. Motors are being used to pump out accumulated rainwater as civic authorities work to clear affected areas. Schools in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu were closed on October 21, amid continued rainfall. The weather department has forecast further downpours over the next 48 hours.
