T'puram: Heavy rains battered the capital city on Saturday, causing damage to property and triggering waterlogging in several low-lying areas. The intermittent rain throughout the day, resulted in partial collapse of two houses in Cheenivila, Vattiyoorkavu and Perumathura.

However, no injuries were reported.The affected houses belong to locals Sujatha and Sudharma.In other parts of the city, including Pettah, Oottukuzhi, Statue Junction, the Corporation premises, Enchakkal and Kazhakkoottam, minor waterlogging was reported, disrupting vehicular movement and daily activities. In a major incident, a portion of the compound wall at Chalai Govt UP School collapsed due to the intense downpour.

A potential tragedy was averted as the school did not have classes on Saturday.With the IMD forecasting very heavy rain on Sunday, an orange alert has been issued for the district. The alert is also extended to coastal areas from Kappil to Pozhiyoor, where sea incursion is likely due to strong waves and high tides.The district administration has advised residents to remain cautious, especially those living in landslide-prone zones and near water bodies. Fisherfolk have been warned against venturing into the sea and disaster response teams have been put on alert.