Wed May 21 02:10:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a news article summarizing the provided Tamil text:
**Tamil Nadu Braces for Increased Rainfall as Monsoon Arrives Early**
**Chennai, India** – After a period of intense heat following initial summer rains, Tamil Nadu is experiencing a welcome respite with widespread rainfall across several districts. Light to moderate showers have been prevalent since May 16th, providing relief from the scorching temperatures. Some districts have even witnessed heavy downpours at times.
According to data from the past 24 hours ending at 8:30 AM, the highest rainfall was recorded in Hosur, Krishnagiri district, with 12 cm. Arakkonam, Danishpettai (Salem district), Dharmapuri, and Thenkanikottai each received 6 cm of rainfall.
The Chennai Meteorological Department has announced that the Southwest Monsoon, initially expected to arrive around May 27th, is now predicted to begin within the next 4-5 days, potentially as early as May 25th. This will initially affect Kerala and then spread to parts of Tamil Nadu.
The Meteorological Department’s statement also highlights the presence of an upper air cyclonic circulation over the west-central Bay of Bengal and adjoining South Andhra Pradesh and North Tamil Nadu. Furthermore, an upper air cyclonic circulation is expected to form over the east-central Arabian Sea off the Karnataka coast on Wednesday, potentially intensifying into a low-pressure area and moving northwards.
As a result of these weather systems, the Meteorological Department forecasts thunderstorms with lightning and rainfall in various locations across Tamil Nadu for the next five days. Residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions during periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms.
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