Udhagamandalam, May 25 (PTI) Rains continued to lash the Nilgiris district on Sunday and a 15-year old boy died in a rain-related incident, officials said.

In the wake of flash floods near here, a car with 3 tourists from Kerala partially submerged and they raised an alarm, drawing the attention of people, who alerted local authorities.

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The stranded tourists were subsequently rescued by Fire and Rescue Services personnel.

Authorities, meanwhile, announced suspension of tourist-centric services such as boating, closure of botanical garden and barring access to attractions including the Pykara waterfalls in the wake of heavy rains.

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Heavy to very heavy rainfall was recorded in the hill district on May 25.

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