No relief from rain in Chennai, toll 120

The toll from rain-related incidents in Tamil Nadu increased to 120 on Friday, as overnight rains lashed many parts of the city, raising fears of more inundation. However, a bright morning brought relief to residents, even as the weather office has forecast rains for November 21.

Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa said nine persons had been killed in the last four days, with the victims mainly hailing from Chennai and Kancheepuram districts, and expressed sympathies with their families.

She announced a relief of Rs four lakh each to the families of the victims.

Meanwhile, the Regional Weather office forecast rain in coastal and interior districts for the next 24 hours.