110% more than average rainfall took sting out of summer in Chennai

Chennai experienced significantly higher rainfall this summer, exceeding the average by 110%. The southwest monsoon arrived early in Kerala, prompting a red alert for Coimbatore and The Nilgiris due to anticipated heavy rainfall. Fishermen are cautioned against venturing into the sea, while Chennai expects overcast skies and thunderstorms. A new depression is expected to form over the Bay of Bengal.

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