Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:49pm on 19 Dec 2023,Tuesday India
Heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu results in 10 deaths, with 7 in Tirunelveli and 3 in Thoothukudi. Wall collapses, drowning, and electrocution reported. Evacuations underway as floods affect Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi. IMD's rainfall forecast termed "wrong" by Chief Secretary. Schools closed in Tirunelveli, exams postponed. Bridge collapse and waterlogging reported in Thoothukudi. Relief efforts ongoing, with 160 camps set up, 17,000 people accommodated. Indian Coast Guard and Air Force involved in rescue operations. Governor reviews coordination concerns. Severe waterlogging hampers power restoration. Situation remains critical; further relief efforts planned.
