The Indian Meteorological Department has forecasted heavy rainfall for the months of August and September. In Tamil Nadu, heavy rainfall has been reported, and the Chennai Meteorological Center has issued a warning for heavy rain until August 5th.
The weather in many parts of Tamil Nadu is cloudy and rainy. The residents at the red alert areas are requested to be safe and are moved to the safe places especially in hill stations like Ooty and Kodaikanal.
On the other hand, light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is expected in Karaikal, with strong onshore winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph.