CHENNAI: Chennai recorded an average rainfall of 3.42 cm in the 24 hours ending 6 am on Saturday (October 17) as heavy showers lashed several parts of the city from Friday (October 16) evening, causing water stagnation in low-lying areas. The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has stepped up precautionary measures and deployed teams to clear stormwater drains and address waterlogging. According to the GCC's cumulative rainfall report, heavy rain was recorded at seven locations, moderate rain at 41 locations and light rain at 14 locations. Perambur recorded the highest rainfall at 8.79 cm, foll...