Schools in several districts of Tamil Nadu are closed today, October 22, 2026, following heavy rainfall across parts of the state. District administrations have announced holidays as authorities monitor weather conditions, waterlogging and potential flooding.According to media reports, schools in Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, Kanniyakumari, Tenkasi and Tirupattur are closed today. Students and parents should check announcements from their respective District Collectors or school management to confirm the applicable closure orders.Chennai schools remain open todayNo official school holiday has been confirmed for Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu for October 22. These districts experienced school closures on October 21 following heavy rainfall, but the holiday has not been extended according to the information available.Chennai recorded substantial rainfall during the recent spell. MGR Nagar received 15 cm, while Mamallapuram recorded 9 cm. In southern Tamil Nadu, Tenkasi and Sattankulam in Thoothukudi district recorded 6 cm each. Tirunelveli recorded 5 cm.Five districts report school closuresAccording to media reports, school holidays have been declared in Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, Kanniyakumari, Tenkasi and Tirupattur. Parents should verify the official district-level announcements to establish whether the closure applies to all schools or specific institutions.The holiday decisions come as heavy rainfall affects several parts of Tamil Nadu. Local authorities are monitoring conditions and issuing instructions based on rainfall intensity and the risk of flooding.IMD forecasts more rainfallThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast further rainfall across Tamil Nadu, with heavy to very heavy showers possible in isolated locations. The weather system is associated with a low-pressure area over the southwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas. Thunderstorms and lightning may also affect parts of the state in the coming days.An orange alert has been reported for southern areas, where rainfall could reach 20 cm in some locations. Residents should follow official weather warnings and local safety advisories.Waterlogging and flood precautionsHeavy rainfall has raised concerns about waterlogging, transport disruptions and rising water levels in vulnerable areas. Authorities are monitoring affected locations and taking precautionary measures.Residents in low-lying neighbourhoods and near riverbanks should follow instructions from local officials, avoid crossing flooded roads and stay away from flowing water.How to check school holiday updatesStudents and parents should check notices issued by their District Collector, school management or the Tamil Nadu School Education Department before travelling to school. Holiday declarations can vary by district, and weather alerts do not automatically mean schools are closed.For Chennai and neighbouring districts, families should confirm the latest official announcement rather than assume that the previous day’s closure remains in effect.
