Google offers real-time updates on Tamil Nadu floods

Beside Search app, Google Maps also shows heavy rains alert and also flood warning pinned on particular areas of Tamil Nadu

Chennai: Commuters wade through a waterlogged area following heavy rain in Chennai, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. A flood alert has been sounded to people living in Chennai suburbs. (PTI Photo)

For the past few days, heavy rains are lashing Tamil Nadu particularly in the coastal areas including the capital city Chennai. Several localities are submerged and local government agencies are trying to evacuate stranded citizens to safety.

Now, Google has announced to offer real-time flood alerts on both the Maps and Search apps on mobile.

Google Search app offers real-time Tamil Nadu floods-related news. Picture Credit: Google India/Twitter

Users just have to type 'Tamil Nadu floods' on the search app. Google will offer the latest news updates also the Google Maps link with colour icons in the particular locations affected by the floods.

It also shows severe rainfall warnings with a cloud graphic on the map as well.

Google Maps showing alerts related to heavy rains and floods. Credit: Google India

Even Greater Chennai Corporation has opened a dedicated webpage to guide people to the nearest relief center and also get contact details of centre in-charge (here).

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