Heavy rains continued to lash several parts of Kerala on Tuesday, with the death toll from rain-related incidents rising to 25. Four people remain missing and 10 have been injured.
Orange alert in nine districts tomorrow
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for nine districts on Wednesday, with heavy rain expected to continue across Kerala.
Educational institutions closed in 10 districts
Educational institutions in 10 districts —Alappuzha, Wayanad, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Kasaragod, Kottayam, Kannur, Thrissur, Ernakulam and Kozhikode will remain closed on Wednesday due to the adverse weather. Previously scheduled examinations will continue as planned.
18,434 people in relief camps
As many as 18,434 people are currently staying in 418 relief camps across the state. Fifty-two houses have been completely destroyed and 565 partially damaged since August 1.
Flooding continues in several areas
Several low-lying and riverside areas remain flooded, while water levels in some rivers and dams have reached warning or red-alert levels. Authorities have urged people in vulnerable areas to remain alert and follow safety advisories.
Heavy rain expected to continue
Kerala received 205.8 mm of rainfall between August 1 and 4, 181 per cent above the normal 73.2 mm. The IMD has forecast continued heavy rain through August 8, with alerts in place across different districts. Authorities are maintaining heightened vigilance in flood- and landslide-prone areas.
The IMD has forecast continued heavy rain across Kerala in the coming days, with authorities maintaining heightened vigilance in flood- and landslide-prone areas.
