Kerala on High Alert: IMD Issues Orange Warning for Three Districts as Heavy Rain Batters State

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on [date] issued an orange alert for three districts in Kerala—Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, and Kottayam—forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall. A yellow alert was also sounded for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Ernakulam, Palakkad, Malappuram, and Wayanad, warning of isolated heavy showers. The alerts come as the state experiences a vigorous monsoon spell, prompting authorities to advise caution in vulnerable areas.

An orange alert signifies a likelihood of heavy rainfall between 115.6 mm and 204.4 mm in 24 hours, while a yellow alert indicates rainfall between 64.5 mm and 115.6 mm. The IMD has warned of potential waterlogging, flash floods, and landslides in the affected districts. In response, district administrations have opened control rooms and positioned rescue teams. A senior IMD official stated, 'The system is being monitored closely, and we urge people to follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities.'

The heavy rain is expected to continue for the next 48 hours, with the IMD predicting a gradual decrease in intensity thereafter. The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority has advised fishermen not to venture into the sea and has asked tourists to avoid hilly areas. With the southwest monsoon in its active phase, Kerala remains on high alert, and further updates are expected as the situation evolves.