IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert for Kerala; Red Alert in Ernakulam and Thrissur
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for widespread heavy rainfall across Kerala, predicting heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in isolated areas.
Red Alert (Extremely heavy rainfall: more than 204.4 mm in 24 hours)
23-05-2024: Ernakulam, Thrissur
Orange Alert (Very heavy rainfall: 115.6 mm to 204.4 mm in 24 hours)
23-05-2024: Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad
24-05-2024: Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki
Yellow Alert (Heavy rainfall: 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm in 24 hours)
23-05-2024: Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Kannur, Kasaragod
24-05-2024: Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad
25-05-2024: Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki
The forecasted heavy rainfall poses significant risks, including flash floods, landslides, and urban flooding, especially in low-lying areas. The continuous downpour could lead to soil erosion and landslides. The IMD has urged government institutions and citizens to remain vigilant due to the potential for severe weather-related calamities.
