The Chief Minister’s Office stated that all district collectors have been instructed to continuously monitor the situation. NDRF teams have been deployed in Idukki, Ernakulam, and Kannur districts.
केरल में भारी बारिश, छह जिलों में ऑरेंज अलर्ट
Continuous heavy rains in Kerala have created a flood-like situation in many parts of the state. The downpour continued today (Sunday), affecting both the high and hilly areas and the low-lying areas. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert in six districts of the state: Ernakulam, Idukki, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod. A yellow alert has been issued in the remaining eight districts.
Continuous Rains Have Worsen the Situation
- Many areas of the state have been receiving continuous torrential rain for the past 48 hours.
- Heavy rains in Kumily, Nedumkandam, and Kattappana areas of Idukki flooded many houses and shops.
- Intense rains late last night in Ernakulam district led to waterlogging in many parts of the city. Roads near the railway station and bus depot are flooded.
- The administration has advised people to remain vigilant due to the possibility of landslides in the hilly areas of Kozhikode and Kannur districts.
The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) stated that relief and rescue teams have been placed on standby at several locations to provide immediate assistance in case of any emergency.
What do Orange and Yellow Alerts mean?
According to the IMD,
An Orange Alert is issued when an area is expected to receive 11 to 20 centimeters of rainfall over the next 24 hours.
A Yellow Alert is issued when rainfall is expected to reach 6 to 11 centimeters.
Under this warning, people are advised to avoid travel, stay away from hilly and waterlogged areas, and follow local administration instructions.
Flood and Waterlogging Problem
Heavy rains have caused several rivers in the state to flow close to the danger mark.
The Periyar River and Chalakudy River have recorded a steady rise in water levels.
Water has entered homes in many low-lying areas of Kasaragod and Malappuram.
The administration has decided to close some schools and colleges as a precautionary measure.
The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) reported that power supply has been disrupted in some areas, and efforts are underway to restore it.
Meteorological Forecast
According to the Meteorological Department, a low-pressure system formed in the Arabian Sea is expected to cause heavy to very heavy rainfall in Kerala for the next 24 to 48 hours.
Wind speeds are expected to reach 35 to 45 km per hour.
A warning has been issued for high waves, so fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea.
Weather experts say that this post-monsoon situation has been exacerbated by the influence of local moisture and westerly winds.
Administrative Preparations
- The Chief Minister’s Office stated that all district collectors have been instructed to continuously monitor the situation.
- National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have been deployed in Idukki, Ernakulam, and Kannur districts.
Relief camps are being set up, and advance warnings have been issued in flood-prone areas.
Attempts to avoid a situation like 2021
The state government has responded swiftly to early warnings, keeping in mind the devastating floods of 2018 and 2021. Monitoring of reservoir gates has been increased, and water will be released in a controlled manner if necessary to prevent damage to downstream areas.
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