Several areas in the industrial hub of Hosur were inundated owing to heavy rain since October 19 night. As hundreds of houses were marooned, the district administration and fire and rescue personnel launched rescue operation as early as 6.30 am today.
According to sources, trained volunteers were involved in rescue operation and people were evacuated to safety. Food, bread packets, milk and water bottles were distributed to the affected families. At Hosur Valley, the fire service personnel rescued people and even pets.