The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai has predicted moderate rainfall in parts of southern Tamil Nadu and the Western Ghats region until March 1. This forecast follows the formation of a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. An official press release from the weather department stated that a low-pressure area developed over the southwest Bay of Bengal and adjacent central areas on February 23. The system is anticipated to gradually weaken as it moves northeastward.
Meanwhile, a cyclonic circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea near the south Kerala coast is expected to impact weather conditions in surrounding areas. Due to the combined influence of these weather systems, moderate rainfall is likely at a few locations in southern Tamil Nadu, the Western Ghats districts, and neighboring regions from February 24 to March 1.
The weather department also disclosed rainfall data from the past 24 hours. Sankarankovil in Tenkasi district recorded the highest rainfall in Tamil Nadu, with 40 mm of precipitation. Other areas such as Perunchani Dam in Kanniyakumari district, Sivalogam, Kuzhithurai, Surulacode, and Puthen Dam received significant showers, each receiving 30 mm of rainfall.
Places like Kayathar in Thoothukudi district, Palamore in Kanniyakumari, Tirupathisaram, Chittar, Sivagiri in Thoothukudi, Kovilpatti, Thoothukudi town, and parts of Madurai district experienced 20 mm of rainfall. Fishermen are advised to be cautious as squally weather conditions are expected over the northern parts of the southeast Bay of Bengal and adjoining regions. Wind speeds could reach up to 60 kmph in these areas, as warned by the weather office.
Authorities have cautioned fishermen against venturing into specified sea regions during this period due to rough conditions. The weather department assured that it will continue to monitor the systems closely and provide updates as necessary. With intermittent rain anticipated in the upcoming days, residents in southern districts are advised to remain vigilant and adhere to official advisories.
