A fire at the Greater Chennai Corporation's dumpyard in Pallikaranai destroyed several seized vehicles and caused heavy smoke, affecting traffic and air quality in south Chennai. The blaze, fueled by Refuse Derived Fuel waste, was contained after several hours with the help of fire tenders and water tankers.
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Residents of Velachery have raised concerns about increased flood risk due to land reclamation activities by the Public Works Department (PWD) at the Kallukuttai lake, part of the Pallikaranai marshland. The reclamation, intended for Dr. Ambedkar Law University, has led to complaints from local welfare associations and residents, who have urged the government to halt the work. Civic officials have promised to address the issue, while experts warn of potential flooding if the work continues.
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Residents of Velachery have raised concerns about increased flood risk due to land reclamation at Kallukuttai lake by the Public Works Department. The work involves filling the lake with soil, which residents argue could exacerbate flooding in the area. Civic officials have been urged to halt the project, which affects wards 177 and 178. The Greater Chennai Corporation has expressed willingness to restore the area if permitted by the Directorate of Technical Education.
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