Kerala rain: IMD revises forecast, red alert in 5 districts including Kasaragod

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Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala continued to receive heavy rain on Monday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a red alert in four districts —Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod — and an orange alert in four — Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur and Palakkad.
School holidays
In light of the heavy rainfall, all educational institutions in Kottayam, Idukki, Wayanad, Pathanamthitta and Kannur districts will remain closed on Monday. The closure applies to anganwadis, tuition centres, schools and professional colleges. However, scheduled exams will not be postponed. In Idukki, residential educational institutions functioning entirely on a hostel basis are exempted.
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 10:32 AM IST
Orange alert in Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 10:31 AM IST
IMD revised forecast, issued red alert in five districts: Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 08:31 AM IST
Sabarimala pilgrimage: Trekking along the traditional forest route from Azhuthakkadavu to Pampa is prohibited.
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 08:06 AM IST
Water levels rise in Meenachil and Manimala rivers
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 07:58 AM IST
Cyclone Fengal: 3 train services including Vande Bharat cancelled, 5 diverted.
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 07:26 AM IST
Train No. 20636 - Kollam - Chennai Egmore, Anantapuri Express, which left Kollam at 14:50 Hrs on 01.12.2024 is diverted via Villupuram, Katpadi, Chennai Egmore with Skipping Stoppage at Tindivanam, Melmaruvattur, Maduranthakam, Chengalpattu, Tambaram and Mambalam
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 07:14 AM IST
Heavy rain in Sabarimala; trekking on forest route, bathing in Pampa prohibited
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 06:50 AM IST
Severe waterlogging in Ettumanoor town. The situation worsened around 12:30 am on Monday with water levels rising to approximately 1.5–2 feet, including on the MC Road.
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 06:49 AM IST
Water has inundated roads in low-lying areas across the city, including Vaikom Road and Post Office Junction. At Perur Junction and Post Office Junction, the water level has risen above two feet.
- 4 month agoDec 02, 2024 06:48 AM IST
Moderate rain, strong winds expected in Ernakulam and Thrissur
According to the latest radar imagery, isolated areas in Ernakulam and Thrissur districts are likely to experience moderate rainfall and strong winds with speeds of up to 40 km/h over the next three hours.
SDMA issues warning
The State Disaster Management Authority has warned of potential flash floods and landslides, urging the public to exercise extreme caution. People were also advised to avoid water bodies and coastal areas as activities like fishing and beach visits have been temporarily banned. In Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, strong waves have led to a prohibition on entering the sea.
Heavy rain is expected to persist till December 4 across Kerala's coast and till December 5 along the Lakshadweep coast. Fishing activities in these areas are banned during this period.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has appealed to residents in landslide-prone and low-lying areas to move to safer locations during the daytime. People living in flood-prone areas are advised to relocate to relief camps set up by the authorities.
Coastal regions are also on alert for potential sea incursions. Emergency operations are underway, and 24-hour control rooms have been established at the taluk and district levels. Those in need of assistance can contact the toll-free numbers 1077 and 1070. Official sources said the state will continue to monitor the situation closely to ensure public safety and minimise damage.