IMD Issues Thunderstorm Warning for Chennai — Relief from Summer Heat Expected

The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai has issued a bulletin forecasting scattered thunderstorms and light to moderate rain over the next 48 hours, driven by a trough in the lower easterlies. Mornings are expected to remain partly cloudy and humid, with thunderstorms and lightning likely during late evenings and nights through March 21. No red alert has been issued and no major flooding is anticipated, but residents in low-lying areas are advised to monitor local forecasts.