Heavy Rains Trigger Red Alert in Wayanad, Orange Alert in Other Kerala Districts

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:15pm on 17 Jul 2024,Wednesday Weather & Environment

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Wayanad in Kerala, warning of heavy to extremely heavy rain. Orange alerts have been issued for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasaragod. The Central Water Commission has warned of rising river levels, posing a threat to nearby residents. Fishermen are advised to avoid the sea until July 21 due to strong winds and bad weather. The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority has urged people to stay safe, especially near trees, due to the risk of falling branches

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