Chennai Rainfall Report: Ambattur and Kolathur Lead, Several Zones Witness Inundation
Posted on: 29/Nov/2023 9:36:25 PM
In a heavy downpour on Wednesday evening, Ambattur recorded 54.3 mm, while Kolathur received 62.4 mm of rainfall between 6 pm and 7 pm, marking the highest precipitation during that hour. The intense rainfall led to the inundation of numerous roads across the city.
The Greater Chennai Corporation promptly released a comprehensive record of rainfall across all 16 zones for the past hour, highlighting the stark variations in precipitation.
Notable Rainfall Figures:
Highest Rainfall:
- Ambattur: 54.3 mm
- Kolathur: 62.4 mm
Lowest Rainfall:
- Adyar Eco Park (Zone 13): 14.7 mm
- Mugalivakkam (Zone 12, Division 156): 15.0 mm
- Teynampet (Zone 9): 17.1 mm
Citywide Rainfall Overview:
- The heavy rainfall commenced around 4:30 pm - 7 pm, impacting various zones across the city.
Zone-wise Rainfall Distribution (In mm):
1. Zone 01 Kathivakkam: 46.8
2. Zone 02 Division 15 Manali: 21.9
3. Zone 03 Madhavaram: 27.6
4. Zone 03 Puzhal: 36.6
5. Zone 06 Division 65 Kolathur: 62.4
6. Zone 06 T.V.K Nagar: 44.4
7. Zone 07 Ambattur: 54.3
8. Zone 07 Unit 18 Division 81 Vanagaram: 39.6
9. Zone 08 Anna Nagar: 24.0
10. Zone 08 Anna Nagar Malar Colony: 32.7
11. Zone 09 Teynampet: 17.1
12. Zone 10 Kodambakkam: 30.6
13. Zone 11 UNIT 32 MADURAVOYAL: 23.7
14. Zone 11 Valasaravakkam: 22.2
15. Zone 12 Division 156 Mugalivakkam: 15.0
16. Zone 13 Adyar Eco Park: 14.7
The data illustrates the diverse impact of the rainfall across Chennai, with some areas experiencing significant inundation while others received comparatively lower rainfall. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and exercise caution in affected zones.
