Kerala rain HIGHLIGHTS: Orange alert in five districts, holiday declared for tomorrow in several taluks
Thiruvananthapuram: A holiday has been declared for educational institutions on a taluk basis in several districts tomorrow as heavy rains continue across Kerala. The orange alert is expected to continue in the state until Friday.
The holiday will apply to schools in Kottayam taluk, Thiruvalla and Kozhencherry taluks in Pathanamthitta, and Kuttanad, Chengannur, Karthikappally and Mavelikkara taluks in Alappuzha. Schools operating as relief camps in other taluks of Kottayam, as well as in Idukki, Wayanad and Kozhikode, will also remain closed.
The holiday applies to educational institutions from anganwadis to professional colleges. Schools operating as relief camps in other affected areas will also remain closed tomorrow.
Decisions on holidays in Mavelikkara, Cherthala and Ambalappuzha taluks will be taken by the DDE after assessing the local situation.
Orange alerts are in place in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Kannur and Kasaragod, while yellow alerts have been issued for Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad. Widespread rain is expected to continue for the next two days. A Kallakkadal warning is also in place for parts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and Alappuzha.
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Orange alert in five districts
Orange alerts remain in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Kannur and Kasaragod tomorrow, with yellow alerts in Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad. The orange alert is expected to continue in the state until Friday.
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Holiday declared for educational institutions on taluk basis
Educational institutions operating as relief camps in Kozhikode and Wayanad will remain closed tomorrow.
In Alappuzha, educational institutions in Kuttanad, Chengannur and Karthikappally taluks will remain closed tomorrow. Institutions operating as relief camps across the district will also remain closed.
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Ro-Ro service suspended between Kochi and Vypin
The Kochi-Vypin Ro-Ro service has been suspended due to strong water currents and will not operate tomorrow either. The service was stopped after a Ro-Ro vessel reportedly drifted into the sea yesterday.
The suspension has left passengers facing difficulties, with the service reportedly stopped without prior warning.
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Fishing ban extended until August 8
The fishing ban along the Kerala, Lakshadweep and Karnataka coasts has been extended until August 8. Winds of up to 60 kmph are also expected, and coastal residents have been advised to remain vigilant.
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Kerala to introduce AI-backed disaster management system
Kerala has decided to introduce an AI-based dam management system to regulate dam gate operations using inflow, outflow and rainfall data, Chief Minister V D Satheesan said.
The Cabinet also decided to undertake urgent desilting of dams, rivers, Vembanad Lake and the Pamba River to help mitigate flood risks.
The state will also strengthen weather forecasting and flood mapping under a disaster resilience programme to reduce the impact of future disasters.
To transform Kerala into a national model in disaster management, key decisions were taken in the Cabinet meeting:
— V D Satheesan (@vdsatheesan) August 5, 2026
📌AI-based Dam Management: Implementation of an AI system to scientifically regulate dam gate operations based on inflow, outflow, and rainfall data.
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Central Water Commission issues orange alert for two rivers in Pathanamthitta
Due to rising water levels, the Central Water Commission has issued an orange alert for the Achankovil River at Thumbamon station and the Manimala River at Kallooppara station in Pathanamthitta district.
Meanwhile, a yellow alert has been issued for the Meenachil River at Kidangoor station in Kottayam district and the Karuvannur River at Palakkadavu station in Thrissur district.
People have been advised not to enter or cross these rivers under any circumstances. Those living near the riverbanks have also been urged to remain vigilant.
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Waterlogging continues in Upper Kuttanad
Waterlogging continues in Upper Kuttanad, with people still staying on the upper floors of several flooded houses as water levels have not fully receded.
Around 6,000 people are staying in 85 relief camps in Thiruvalla, while waterlogging continues on the Thiruvalla-Mavelikkara and Alappuzha-Changanassery roads. Water has also not completely receded from some parts of the MC Road.
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Landslide threat in Idukki; 200 lives at stake
Moonmala, a hill station near Vagamon in Idukki district, is reportedly prone to landslides as natural disasters continue to increase across the state during the ongoing monsoon season. So far, nearly 200 families are under threat. Residents allege that illegal quarrying and mining are the main reasons behind the growing risk.
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CM Satheesan addresses media
Chief Minister VD Satheesan addressed media amid the ongoing flood relief efforts. He stated that the Cabinet has approved the funding for the flood relief donations. ₹8 lakh for the families of those who died in the disaster, residents of waterclogged houses will be given ₹10,000, For those houses which got completely destroyed along with their land, ₹12 lakh is allocated for rehabilitation.
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Flood relief package approved by Kerala Cabinet
Kerala Cabinet approves compensation package of ₹8 lakh for families of those who died in disaster.
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Thiruvalla MLA Abin Varkey injured in car accident
Congress MLA Abin Varkey suffered minor injuries following an accident where another vehicle collided head-on with his car near Omaloor, Pathanamthitta, police said on Wednesday.
An officer of Pathanamthitta police station said that an FIR under sections 281 (rash driving) and 125 (act endangering life or personal safety of others) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita was registered against the other vehicle's driver who suffered serious injuries in the accident.
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Road collapses into river
A section of the road at Cholapuram in Kavumandam, Wayanad, has collapsed into the river. Traffic has been prohibited following the collapse of the roadside. Local residents are facing hardship as the direct route to Kambalakkad and Kottathara has been disrupted. They are now demanding the urgent construction of a retaining wall.
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Water receding in Thiruvalla and Kottayam
Amid the ongoing floods across the state, Kottayam and Thiruvalla are witnessing a significant reduction in waterlogging as floodwaters recede after days of inundation.
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Multi-storey building wall collapses
A wall of a multi-storey building collapsed in Chelembra, Malappuram, amidst heavy rain. The building is now in a precarious condition. Both the granite wall and the compound wall fell down. The collapsed wall belonged to a multi-storey building that houses a healthcare facility. Instructions have been issued to relocate the patients who were staying in the building for treatment.
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CM condemns the death of rescue officer Rajesh
Chief Minister of Kerala condemned the death of Rajesh, a crew member from Kerala flood rescue operation. He was a swimming instructor who was active in previous disaster relief efforts like the Wayanad landslide and past floods. Rajesh lost his life while trying to save a person from drowning.
The tragic demise of Rajesh, a swimming instructor who lost his life during flood rescue operations, is deeply heartbreaking.
— V D Satheesan (@vdsatheesan) August 5, 2026
A dedicated responder who previously volunteered during past Kerala floods and the Wayanad disaster, Rajesh gave away his own life jacket to save a… pic.twitter.com/DXK3ypOx9B -
Heavy rain alert in Idukki
According to latest reports, Idukki district is expected to have heavy rainfall today.
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Ranni and Aranmula alert
The floodwaters have receded in the Ranni and Aranmula taluks of Pathanamthitta distrit. Both these regions faced immense loss in the latest catastrophe.
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Kottayam gets temporary relief
Kottayam district is slowly getting some relief as heavy downpours diminish.
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Upper Kuttanad remain waterlogged
The delta region known for being below the sea-level, Upper Kuttanad in Alappuzha, remain waterlogged amid the heavy rain in the district.
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Thiruvalla still submerged
Even after a reduction in overall rainfall and despite having no heavy rain in the Pathanamthitta district Tuesday night, the situtation in Thiruvalla taluk remain unchanged.
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Ernakulam faces severe rainfall
Ernakulam district is experiencing heavy rainfall despite a reduction in rainfall across the state. The district is on orange alert, along with nine other districts, and a holiday has been declared for all educational institutions.
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