Collector S.A. Raman has announced holiday for schools in Salem following heavy rain since Monday night in the district. According to officials, an average rainfall of 17.3 mm has been recorded in the district. 1800 4256033, in Kondalampatti 0427-2461616 to contact the relief teams, a release said. Schools closed in KaraikalIn view of heavy rainfall in Karaikal, the district administration has declared a holiday for schools in the district. Karaikal recorded 111.4 mm rainfall over the past 24 hours ending 5.30 a.m. on Tuesday, PWD sources said.

Source: The Hindu October 22, 2019 03:33 UTC