Tamil Nadu rains: Schools shut in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram

As rains continue to lash Tamil Nadu, schools in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram districts will remain closed today. The announcement was made by collectors of the respective districts following the heavy showers on Sunday.

Chennai is likely to get more rains till Wednesday according to the meteorological department.

Since Sunday night, Chennai's Nungambakkam observatory has recorded 6.6cm of rains.

Incidentally, schools in Chennai and surrounding districts had reopened last week after holidays following heavy rains.

Chennai Corporation that is actively working towards helping its citizens have has requested them to call 044-2536 7823, 2538 4965, 2538 3694 for any rain-related assistance.

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