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Chennai braces for heavy rain, GCC issues essential thunderstorm safety guidelines

In light of this, residents are urged to take immediate precautions during thunderstorms and lightning events.

Online Desk

CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has issued essential safety measures that the public should follow, as the Regional Meteorological Centre, Chennai has issued a red alert warning of extremely heavy rainfall.

In light of this, residents are urged to take immediate precautions during thunderstorms and lightning events.

Safety guidelines include:

Do's:

Don'ts:

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Residents are also encouraged to report any grievances by calling the hotline at 1913.

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