Wed Oct 23 13:38:55 UTC 2024: On October 22, 2024, Coimbatore city experienced a sudden downpour lasting over two hours, causing significant disruption. Key points include:
– The rain, which was accompanied by thunder and lightning, caught many motorists off guard.
– Schools and colleges in Coimbatore district have been declared closed for October 23 by District Collector Kranthi Kumar Pati.
– Bus services were severely affected, with stranded motorists seeking shelter under overbridges.
– Low-lying areas like Kalapatti and Sungam experienced knee-deep water, with two cars becoming stuck in flooded roads.
– Fortunately, there were no reported fatalities despite the severe weather.
– In Tiruppur district, a flood alert was issued due to rising water levels at Amaravathy Dam, which reached 85.24 feet.
– The District Collector of Tiruppur, T. Christuraj, announced a holiday for all government and private schools on October 23 in light of the heavy rainfall.
The situation remains monitored as authorities prepare for potential water releases from the dam.
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