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**Summary:**
Dindigul district and parts of Theni district in India experienced heavy rainfall on Friday evening, October 4, 2025. The downpour, lasting over two hours, caused flooding in low-lying areas, disrupted traffic, and created difficulties for pedestrians. Dindigul recorded the highest rainfall at 105 mm. The average rainfall for the district was 33.05 mm.
**News Article:**
**Heavy Rains Inundate Dindigul and Theni Districts**
**DINDIGUL, INDIA – OCTOBER 4, 2025 -** Torrential rainfall struck Dindigul district and parts of Theni district this evening, causing widespread flooding and traffic disruptions. The downpour, beginning around 4:30 pm, lasted for over two hours, leaving many roads impassable.
Residents in low-lying areas struggled as water entered their homes. Traffic ground to a standstill as vehicles navigated waterlogged streets. Pedestrians also faced challenges maneuvering through the flooded conditions.
According to the Dindigul district rainfall report, Dindigul itself recorded the highest rainfall with 105 mm. Other areas within the district also received significant rainfall, including Natham (72 mm), Vedasandur (55 mm), and Nilakottai (28.20 mm). The average rainfall across the district was measured at 33.05 mm.
Authorities have not yet released information on damage assessments or emergency response efforts. Residents are advised to exercise caution and avoid travel if possible until the floodwaters recede.