Even as Karnataka struggled with aftermath of heavy rains and Tamil Nadu limped back to normalcy, Andhra Pradesh faced the wrath of heavy rains on Wednesday. Here’s how the day unfolded.
Published Oct 16, 2024 | 9:26 AM ⚊ Updated Oct 16, 2024 | 10:05 PM
Chennai temple flooded, BBMP commissioner inspects flood affected Bengaluru areas. (Supplied)
The northeast monsoon has set in over Kerala even as Tamil Nadu received a respite from pounding thundershowers. Andhra Pradesh is predicted to receive heavy rains on Wednesday. As heavy rains continue in parts of Karnataka, Kerala is witnessing swell surge.
Chennai was limping back to normal on Wednesday, 16 October, as rains paused. The IMD has predicted light showers at several places on Wednesday, even as schools and colleges remained closed as a precautionary measure. Schools will remain closed in Bengaluru too.
Rain-battered regions in the South are now dealing with the aftermath.
Traffic police associated with the Avadi Police Commissionerate have been involved in repairing the rain-damaged roads near Poonamallee at the Thirumazhisai junction.
இன்று16.10.2024.ஆவடி காவல் ஆணையரகம் பூந்தமல்லி திருமழிசை சந்திப்பில் மழையால் சேதம் அடைந்த சாலைகளை சீரமைக்கும் பணியில் போக்குவரத்து போலீசார் ஈடுபட்டனர். pic.twitter.com/lPlfFi0GjE
— Avadi Police Commissionerate (@avadipolice) October 16, 2024
Even as heavy rains continued to flood homes in Bengaluru, Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar asked that people do not curse the city for flooding issues.
Naturally, citizens responded to his message.
DCM Sri @DKShivakumar has requested us not to curse Bengaluru for the flooding issues. But we don’t curse the city – we just want our voices heard! Our daily lives are heavily impacted.
The condition of Hosa Road, from Nandini Junction to Rayasandra Circle, is terrible and… pic.twitter.com/lEKLrShctd
— Citizens Movement, East Bengaluru (@east_bengaluru) October 16, 2024
The low-pressure that brought heavy rains to Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, 15 October led to several roads in Chennai to be flooded.
Several roads including subways were waterlogged due to the rains. The Greater Chennai Corporation shared 'before' and 'after' images of a flooded road in Valasaravakkam Zone to establish that they had been working hard to pump out water with the help of motor pumps.
வடகிழக்கு பருவமழை காரணமாக பெருநகர சென்னை மாநகராட்சிகுட்பட்ட வளசரவாக்கம் மண்டலம், போரூர் ஜங்ஷன் பகுதியில் தேங்கியிருந்த மழைநீரை மாநகராட்சி பணியாளர்கள் உடனடியாக மோட்டார் மூலம் வெளியேற்றி அப்பகுதி தற்போது இயல்பு நிலைக்கு திரும்பி உள்ளது.#ChennaiRains2024#ChennaiCorporation pic.twitter.com/qAlhRmhqi4
— Greater Chennai Corporation (@chennaicorp) October 16, 2024
Officials are conducting a special medical camp at the Velammal High School, situated in Thiruvetriyur's KCP Stop Colony. With the camp, the DMK government in Tamil Nadu aims to ensure that people affected by the Chennai rains are looked after.
திருவெற்றியூர், கே சி பி ஸ்டாப் காலனி, வேலம்மாள் மேல்நிலைப் பள்ளியில் சிறப்பு மருத்துவ முகாம் நடைபெற்று வருகிறது.
📍வார்டு 7 மண்டலம் 1#சென்னைமழை2024#ChennaiRains2024#ChennaiRain #Rains #RainAlert#ChennaiCorporation#HereToServe#NorthEastMonsoon#ChennaiRainsUpdate pic.twitter.com/Gf3FUrpUmv
— Greater Chennai Corporation (@chennaicorp) October 16, 2024
The Indian National Center for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued a red alert for Kerala against the possibility of strong waves and the Kallakadal (Swell Surge) phenomenon.
INCOIS has informed that there is a possibility of a 1.0 to 2.0-meter high wave and rough sea phenomenon on the Kerala coast.
Special caution is required in the following areas:
Third cyclone warning signals were hoisted at Krishnapatnam, Nizampatnam, and Machilipatnam seaports in Andhra Pradesh.
On the other hand, APSRTC suspended its bus services on certain routes in Chittoor district after receipt of information that water has been overflowing causeways and bridges at several places.
Red alert for Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, and Tiruvallur
Orange alert for Ranipet, Vellore, Kallakurichi, Cuddalore, Villupuram, Tiruvannamalai, and Puducherry
Yellow alert for Dharmapuri, Salem, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Ariyalur, Mayiladuthurai, Perambalur, Tirupattur, Krishnagiri, and Karaikal
With a heavy rain warning in place, the public has been advised not to visit Marina and Pattinampakkam beaches.
As a result, the usually bustling shores have become eerily deserted, with no crowds in sight.
#ChennaiRains: With a heavy rain warning in place, the public has been advised not to visit Marina and Pattinampakkam beaches.
As a result, the usually bustling shores have become eerily deserted, with no crowds in sight.
Follow live updates on #TamilNaduRain:… pic.twitter.com/nM10UbQ5pH— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
Continuous heavy rainfall in Bengaluru has left several localities and roads waterlogged, causing significant disruptions to daily life.
On Wednesday, areas like Shirdi Saibaba Layout in the East Zone were particularly affected, with houses and roads flooded after two days of relentless downpours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert, in effect until 17 October.
#Karnataka: Continuous heavy rainfall in #Bengaluru has left several localities and roads waterlogged, causing significant disruptions to daily life.
On Wednesday, areas like Shirdi Saibaba Layout in the East Zone were particularly affected, with houses and roads flooded after… pic.twitter.com/8WutfTB00v
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
Hyderabad-Tirupati Indigo flight diverted to Chennai after the runway at Renigunta Airport (Tirupati) was affected by heavy rain.
#Hyderabad-#Tirupati Indigo flight diverted to #Chennai after the runway at Renigunta Airport (Tirupati) was affected by heavy rain. pic.twitter.com/xm2UyEvv5V
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
The temple in Pattalam near Nainaappan Street is flooded, and residents are struggling to move out.
Nearby areas are also severely affected as people face difficulties identifying potholes hidden beneath the water.
Additionally, marketplace waste is disrupting the drainage system, worsening the flood situation in Pattalam.
#ChennaiRains: The temple in Pattalam near Nainaappan Street is flooded, and residents are struggling to move out.
Nearby areas are severely affected as people face difficulties identifying potholes hidden beneath the water.
Additionally, marketplace waste is disrupting the… pic.twitter.com/pQi7GPT2f9
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
Orange Alert on 16 October for Malappuram, and Kannur: Very heavy rainfall of 115.6 mm to 204.4 mm is expected in the next 24 hours; Heavy rainfall in isolated places.
Yellow alert on 16 October for Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Kasaragod
Yellow alert on 17 October for Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod
For all the districts with yellow alerts, there are chances of isolated heavy rain of 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm in 24 hours. Thunderstorms are also expected.
In the Perambur Loco Garage area, Chennai Corporation employees work to dispose of the waste accumulated in areas affected by Tuesday's heavy rainfall.
#ChennaiRains: In the Perambur Loco Garage area, @chennaicorp employees are working to dispose of the waste accumulated in areas affected by yesterday's heavy rainfall.
Follow live updates on #TamilNaduRain: https://t.co/UvwEcgYfK9 pic.twitter.com/C0V1o2nqua
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
BBMP Commissioner Tushar Girinath visited the flood-affected areas including Manyata Tech Park in the Yelahanka zone on Wednesday morning.
Incessant rainfall has resulted in water logging in several places in Manyata Tech Park in Hebbal. Earlier in the day, the under-construction site collapsed in the same tech park.
Yelahanka zone recorded an average rainfall of 77.87mm on Tuesday, resulting in flooding in several areas and main junctions.
#Karnataka: @BBMPCOMM Commissioner Tushar Girinath visited the flood-affected areas including Manyata Tech Park in the Yelahanka zone on Wednesday morning.
Incessant rainfall has resulted in water logging in several places in Manyata Tech Park in Hebbal. Earlier in the day, the… pic.twitter.com/DAkQSI1YwP
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
On behalf of the Chennai Corporation, lunch is being prepared at the Kodambakkam Community Centre for those in need. On Wednesday, over 4,009 people have already received breakfast.
The Chennai Corporation is also holding a precautionary medical camp for citizens sheltered in Thirumangalam.
#ChennaiRains: As a precautionary measure against the #NorthEastMonsoon, the @chennaicorp is organising a medical camp for citizens sheltered in Thirumangalam.
Follow live updates on #TamilNaduRain:https://t.co/UvwEcgYNzH pic.twitter.com/X1tAA3YCMZ
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
In Thandaiyarpet, officials inspected the food preparation hall at the Community Welfare Centre, ensuring meals are being provided to the public staying in relief camps due to heavy rains. Relief efforts continue to support affected residents.
#ChennaiRains: In Thandaiyarpet, officials inspected the food preparation hall at the Community Welfare Centre, ensuring meals are being provided to the public staying in relief camps due to heavy rains.
Relief efforts continue to support affected residents.
Follow live… pic.twitter.com/h2hMuzGpNk
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
Last evening, heavy rains and flooding caused a land to cave in at an under-construction site in Manyata Tech Park. The area has been severely impacted by the ongoing rains, raising safety concerns for workers and residents nearby.
#BengaluruRains: Earth caves in at Manyata Tech Park construction site
Last evening, heavy rains and flooding caused the earth to cave in at an under-construction site in Manyata Tech Park.
The area has been severely impacted by the ongoing rains, raising safety concerns for… pic.twitter.com/Ju1USuJiyl
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
IMD Met Centre Amaravati has placed 6 districts Prakasam, YSR Kadapa, SPSR Nellore, Annamayya, Tirupati, and Chittoor, under Orange Alert on 16 October.
The same districts will be on Red alert on 17 October alongside Anantapuramu, Sri Sathya Sai, and Bapatla districts on Orange Alert.
Rainwater in most parts of the Koyambedu market area has been cleared, with only a few spots still facing drainage issues. Vegetable and fruit trading has resumed, and prices have dropped by ₹20 per kg compared to yesterday's rates.
#ChennaiRains: Rainwater in most parts of the Koyambedu market area has been cleared, with only a few spots still facing drainage issues.
Vegetable and fruit trading has resumed, and prices have dropped by ₹20 per kg compared to yesterday's rates. pic.twitter.com/oTmvdKJQo2
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
Civic officials in Bengaluru are using tractors to rescue residents stranded in the flooded Kendriya Vihar apartment complex. The heavy rains have caused significant waterlogging, making regular transportation impossible.
#Bengaluru: Civic officials in Bengaluru are using tractors to rescue residents stranded in the flooded Kendriya Vihar apartment complex.
The heavy rains have caused significant waterlogging, making regular transportation impossible. pic.twitter.com/2RRmJEKUN9— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
Incidents of houses getting inundated due to the Kallakadal (Swell surge) phenomenon were reported from Thiruvananthapuram's Poonthura and Pozhiyoor as well as Alappuzha's Ambalapuzha.
Kallakadal or swell surge are flash-flood events that take place without any noticeable advance change in local winds or any other apparent signature in the coastal environment.
Authorities said that some fisher families were asked to move to safer places and they are closely monitoring the situation.
Drones capable of carrying up to 10kg of medicines, water, and essential supplies are on standby in Chennai and will be deployed to assist people stuck on top floors or terraces in hard-to-reach areas due to flooding, if need be.
Drones capable of carrying up to 10kg of medicines, water, and essential supplies are on standby and will be deployed to assist people stuck on top floors or terraces in hard-to-reach areas due to flooding, if need be.
Follow live updates on #TamilNaduRain:… pic.twitter.com/mhZllXnSMy
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
Nellore and Tirupati received heavy rainfall in the 24 hours ending 8.30 am on Wednesday, 16 October.
The IMD said Kavali in Nellore received 18 cm of rain, while Nellore got 13 cms. Tirupati's Tada received 12 cm of rain in the reporting 24 hours.
Andhra Pradesh : Very Heavy Rainfall Observed during past 24 hrs till 0830 IST 16.10.2024#IMDWeatherUpdate #Weatherforecast #HeavyRain #monsoon #StayAlert #AndhraPradesh @moesgoi @ndmaindia @airnewsalerts @DDNewslive@APSDMA @AmaravatiMc @pibvijayawada pic.twitter.com/IaUikvMmtQ
— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) October 16, 2024
The Bengaluru traffic police have issued an advisory due to waterlogging affecting several areas.
Police said motorists should expect slow-moving traffic at Palace Cross Junction heading towards 1st Main Road in Seshadripuram, as well as at Kogila Cross towards Hegde Nagar.
Additionally, congestion is reported at the Madiwala Ayyappa Underpass leading towards Madiwala Police Station.
Drivers are also advised to exercise caution at the Devinagar railway bridge while approaching the Outer Ring Road, where water accumulation has been noted.
Police urged all commuters to plan their routes accordingly and remain vigilant while navigating these impacted areas.
The wall of a house collapsed at Honnuru in Karnataka's Chamarajnagar district in heavy rain, destroying household items.
No casualties were reported in the Tuesday, 15 October, night incident. The house belongs to Subbamma.
Authorities are assessing the situation and providing assistance to those affected by the adverse weather conditions.
All the relief work is being carried out in full swing in the areas affected by the northeast monsoon, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said on Wednesday, 16 October..
People living in low-lying areas are accommodated in relief camps and provided food and other assistance by the Metropolitan Chennai Corporation.
Amma Canteens will provide free food to poor people in Chennai on Wednesday and Thursday.
The Chennai Metro has advised passengers not to park their vehicles at Koyambedu Metro, St. Thomas Mount, and Arumbakkam Metro station and other parking lots prone to water stagnation on Wednesday, 16 October.
Chennai Metro Services now available:
Green Line: (Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro to St. Thomas Mount Metro) - Every 5 minutes
Blue Line: (Airport to Wimco Nagar Depot) - Every 6 minutes
Between Washermanpet Metro & Arignar Alandur Metro - Every 3 minutes
In case of any assistance required, dial: 1860 425 1515, Helpline for women: 155370
Ola, Uber, and Rapido services resume in Chennai. Buses are making trips on schedule.
IMD predicts moderate rainfall (5-15mm/hour) at isolated places in Thrissur, Malappuram and Kozhikode districts. It also predicted surface winds, gusting to 40 kmph, are likely in the three districts.
The Purple Line services of Bengaluru Metro were affected for almost two hours from 6.15 am to 8.05 am following a treefall on Wednesday, 16 October.
Trains plied only between Indiranagar-Chaliaghatta and Byppanahalli-Whitefield on the Purple Line after the traffic obstructed traffic between SV Road and Indiranagar.
The services resumed at 8.05 am after the tree was removed.
The IMD issued an orange alert for Bengaluru on Wednesday, 16 October, prompting the authorities to declare a holiday for schools in the Bengaluru Urban district.
Normal schedules have resumed from the bus depot at Besant Nagar in Chennai.
#ChennaiRains: Tharamani roads are completely flooded, with large potholes adding to the challenge.
No flood relief centres are being used in Velachery, but cooking centres have started preparing food. Gopinath from the @chennaicorp confirmed that relief centres in Besant Nagar… pic.twitter.com/Ilgen8WVqO
— South First (@TheSouthfirst) October 16, 2024
The depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal moved west-northwestwards with a speed of 12 kmph during the past six hours and lay centered over the same region about 360 km east-southeast of Chennai (Tamil Nadu), 390 km east of Puducherry and 450 km southeast of Nellore (Andhra Pradesh), at 5.30 am on Wednesday, 16 October.
It is likely to move west-northwestwards and cross north Tamil Nadu - South Andhra Pradesh coasts between Puducherry and Nellore, close to Chennai, early morning on Thursday, 17 October.
