Kerala is expected to experience heavy rainfall today, with a yellow alert issued in nine districts. The forecast predicts isolated heavy rain, especially in hilly areas, as a cyclone over southern Kerala has transformed into a low-pressure system. The warning has prompted authorities to continue the ban on fishing activities along the Kerala and Lakshadweep coasts, due to dangerous sea conditions.
Districts under yellow alert today include Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Kannur. The weather authorities have issued further alerts for the upcoming days, warning of possible heavy rain in additional districts. On the 10th, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Alappuzha, and Thrissur are on alert, followed by warnings for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Idukki, Palakkad, Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Wayanad on the 11th. By the 12th, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Wayanad, and Kannur districts are expected to experience intense downpours.
With heavy rain expected in both coastal and hilly regions, the state is bracing for potential flooding and landslides. Residents are advised to stay alert and follow safety precautions, particularly in areas vulnerable to landslides and flash floods. Authorities are urging people to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel, especially in flood-prone areas. Local disaster management teams have been put on high alert to handle any emergencies, and relief camps are being prepared in case of evacuation needs. Fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea until further notice, as rough sea conditions are expected to continue. The public is advised to keep track of weather updates and follow the instructions issued by local authorities to ensure their safety during this period of intense rainfall.
