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Chennai, Tiruvallur shut schools ahead of Cyclone Murasu
District authorities in Chennai and Tiruvallur have declared a holiday for all schools and colleges on November 2 as Cyclone Murasu approaches the Tamil Nadu coast, bringing expectations of heavy rainfall.
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The District Collectors of Chennai and Tiruvallur announced the closure as a precautionary measure in anticipation of severe weather conditions from the cyclone. The decision applies to all educational institutions across both districts, affecting students and staff in the region.
Cyclone Murasu is expected to bring substantial rainfall to the districts, prompting authorities to prioritise the safety of school and college-goers. The closure on November 2 will keep students and staff off the roads during the period of heaviest precipitation.
The move aligns with standard protocol followed by Tamil Nadu authorities during cyclonic weather systems. Similar precautions have been implemented in previous instances when tropical weather systems threatened the coastal regions of the state.
Residents in Chennai and Tiruvallur have been advised to remain indoors during the cyclone's passage and take necessary precautions to secure their homes and belongings. Authorities have urged the public to monitor weather updates from the India Meteorological Department for further developments.