IMD Warns of Heavy Rain in Tamil Nadu, Issues Yellow Alert

IMD has issued a yellow alert for Tamil Nadu, predicting heavy rain and thunderstorms from January 12 to 14. A cyclonic circulation is influencing weather patterns, impacting Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal. Northern India continues to face cold wave conditions and dense fog, causing train delays and reduced visibility.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Tamil Nadu, predicting heavy rain in parts of the state on January 12. Districts such as Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Pudukottai, and Karaikal are expected to be affected. Thunderstorms and lightning are also forecasted for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal from January 12 to 14.

A cyclonic circulation over the Southeast Bay of Bengal is influencing weather patterns, causing light to moderate rainfall across coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal. Interior regions are likely to experience dry weather, with mist or haze in isolated pockets during morning hours.

IMD also reported similar conditions across Kerala, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema, and the Northeast. Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Meghalaya are likely to see thunderstorms with isolated rain on January 13 and 14.

In addition to rainfall, cold wave conditions persist in northern India. Fog continues to disrupt visibility in Delhi and neighboring states, with Safdarjung recording a minimum visibility of 50 meters early Saturday. Train delays have been reported, though flights remain unaffected. The minimum temperature in Delhi was recorded at 11°C, with light rain and thunderstorms predicted later in the day.

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Authorities have urged residents in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry to exercise caution, especially in flood-prone areas, as heavy rainfall could disrupt normal life. Meanwhile, people in northern regions have been advised to brace for ongoing cold wave conditions.