Mon Nov 24 07:26:51 UTC 2025: Summary:

Torrential rains from the Northeast monsoon have disrupted normal life in the southern Tamil Nadu districts of Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi, and Kanniyakumari. Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi have been particularly hard hit, experiencing heavy rainfall and significant waterlogging in residential areas. Rivers and tanks are releasing large volumes of water, and authorities are working to pump out floodwaters. Tenkasi and Kanniyakumari are also experiencing rainfall, with dam levels rising.

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Southern Tamil Nadu Grapples with Flooding as Monsoon Intensifies

THOOTHUKUDI, November 24, 2025 – Life has been thrown into disarray across several southern districts of Tamil Nadu as the Northeast monsoon unleashes heavy rainfall, triggering widespread flooding. Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi, and Kanniyakumari are bearing the brunt of the downpour, with Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi experiencing the most significant disruption.

Tirunelveli district recorded an average rainfall of 93.96 mm in the past 24 hours, with some areas exceeding 200 mm. In Thoothukudi, the average rainfall was 61.17 mm, with several locations recording near 100 mm. Waterlogging is prevalent in residential areas of both districts, prompting authorities to deploy pumping stations to alleviate the flooding. The Thamirabarani river is swollen as water is released from the Marudhur and Srivaikuntam anicuts.

Tenkasi district has received an average of 57.55 mm of rainfall, causing water levels in major dams to rise. While Kanniyakumari has experienced lighter rainfall of 16.85 mm, dam levels there are also being closely monitored.

Residents are urged to take precautions as the monsoon continues to impact the region. Authorities are working to manage the situation and provide assistance to affected communities.

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