10/26/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/26/2026 11:36
Published On: October 26, 2026 10:44 PM
Rain-induced School Closure: Ongoing heavy showers associated with the active Northeast Monsoon, along with a system forming over the Bay of Bengal and advancing towards the east coast of India, have led authorities in states like Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu to take action to remain vigilant and uphold precautionary measures. To this end, schools are some of the institutions closed today, Tuesday October 27, 2026 for ensuring safety in several areas. This is after the Red and Orange Alerts issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the District Collectors are doing all within their power to suspend offline classes, set up disaster camps at some educational institutions, and advise parents not to travel.
A developing cyclonic system over the Bay of Bengal has raised fears of heavy rainfall and strong winds south of the state of Andhra Pradesh. Districts like Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Anakapalli and Konaseema are braced to get hit by grim weather conditions. School holidays are declared in certain coastal districts just in case. In other places, including Krishna, Bapatla & West Godavari, parents would have to follow announcements from the respective district administrations re: school closures.
Heavy rain could lead to flooding and landslides in parts of Kerala, especially in the hills. Palakkad, Wayanad and Idukki are among the areas that may face greater disruption. Some schools being used as relief shelters may also stay closed. Since closures are decided locally, parents should check with district authorities for the latest update before sending children to school on October 27.
North-east monsoon and the resulting localized rain in some parts of Tamil Nadu may impact normal travel and school activities. In areas such as the Nilgiris and adjacent hilly districts, there is a greater chance of adverse conditions due to possible slickness on the roads and landslides. A state of emergency the local authorities will consider before deciding whether to close schools in the coastal districts like Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu and Cuddalore. Stay informed about an entire state-wide closure of schools through official district announcements for parents and students.
The decision regarding school holidays for October 27 is based on the weather conditions in Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. The dispatch of the order by the interested authorities in the area, which includes the district administration and schools, will need to be monitored. It may be advisable to avoid work in areas that are prone to flooding due to heavy rain.
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