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Over 100 houses flooded in Chennai's Palavoyal after heavy rains; lakes breach, 56 rescued

Heavy rains flooded at least 100 houses in Palavoyal near Red Hills, trapping over 200 residents in hip-level water. This recurring issue, exacerbated by breached lakes and poor drainage in the low-lying neighborhoods, saw water rise to chest level in some areas. Fire and Rescue Services conducted multiple rescue operations, shifting 56 people to safety.