Thiruvananthapuram: The National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued a red alert along the entire Keralam coast, warning of high waves and possible Kallakkadal conditions, officials said on Saturday.
Kallakkadal refers to the sudden rise of seawater accompanied by the formation of high and rough waves along the coast.
According to an alert issued by INCOIS late on Friday night, waves measuring 1.0 to 1.5 metres are expected along the Keralam coast from 2.30 a.m. on September 26 until 2.30 a.m. on September 28.
The warning said coastal areas, particularly low-lying regions, could face inundation and sea erosion.
Special caution has been advised along several coastal stretches, including Thiruvananthapuram from Kappil to Pozhiyoor, Kollam from Alappad to Edava, Alappuzha from Chellanam to Azhikkal Jetty, Ernakulam from Munambam FH to Maruvakkad, Thrissur from Aattupuram to Kodungallur, Malappuram from Kadalundi Nagaram to Palappetty, Kozhikode from Chombal FH to Ramanattukara, Kannur from Valapattanam to New Mahe and Kasaragod from Kunjathur to Kottakkunnu.
The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) said similar warnings had been issued for coastal areas of Kanyakumari, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli districts in Tamil Nadu, as well as the Lakshadweep coast.
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Fishermen and coastal residents have been advised to exercise extreme caution because of the possibility of rough seas, KSDMA said.
People living in vulnerable areas have been advised to move to safer locations as directed by authorities.
KSDMA also advised against launching small boats and fishing vessels during the warning period.
Fishermen have been cautioned against bringing vessels ashore when waves intensify, as attempting to land boats during high-wave and Kallakkadal conditions could also be dangerous.
All beach-based activities, including tourism, should be avoided until the INCOIS warning is withdrawn.
People have also been advised not to travel to beaches or enter the sea for recreational activities. KSDMA urged residents to remain particularly vigilant in areas vulnerable to coastal erosion.
