Chennai, June 12
In view of continuous heavy rainfall and the heightened risk of landslides and flooding, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams from Ranipet and Arakkonam have been deployed in the Nilgiris and Coimbatore.
The deployment comes after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for the Nilgiris district on Thursday (June 12) and Friday (June 13).
The Nilgiris, Coimbatore, and the adjoining hilly regions are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated areas likely to witness extremely heavy downpours exceeding 204.4 mm over the next two days.
Gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph are also forecast to accompany the rain, posing additional risk to vulnerable areas.
Authorities have urged residents to stay alert and take all necessary precautions against potential disruptions such as landslides, waterlogging, and poor visibility.
The district administrations have been instructed to remain on high alert and ensure that emergency response systems and relief measures are in place.
The Regional Meteorological Centre has warned of an escalation in rainfall across Tamil Nadu over the coming week.
Rainfall in the ghat regions of Coimbatore and the Nilgiris is expected to intensify further, with the peak likely on June 14.