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Key Points

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Moderate rain with thunderstorms will affect Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Ranipet and other districts.

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Gusty surface winds up to sixty‑five kilometers per hour are forecast along the coast and over the Gulf of Mannar.

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Hill areas could experience isolated heavy showers accompanied by thunder.

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Marine advisories advise fishermen to stay alert and avoid venturing into rough seas.

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Summary

Gusty winds, potentially reaching sixty‑five kilometers per hour, are expected near the sea and in the Western Ghats.

The hill districts of Coimbatore and the Nilgiris may see heavier rain for a short period on Monday and Tuesday.

Authorities have warned fishermen and small‑boat operators to exercise caution because of rough sea conditions and reduced visibility.

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New Words to Learn

6 words
low‑pressure system
an area in the atmosphere where the pressure is lower than the surrounding air, often bringing clouds and rain
gusty
wind that blows strongly in short bursts
kilometers per hour
a unit used to measure the speed of wind or other movement
Western Ghats
a range of hills and mountains that runs along the western side of southern India
visibility
how clearly you can see far away, which can be reduced during heavy rain
marine advisories
official notices that give safety information for people who are on or near the sea
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