Two districts on alert; IMD predicts strong winds and rain in Kerala

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of isolated heavy rains in the state today. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Kasaragod and Kannur. Rain is expected to continue in isolated places in the state until Tuesday. Along with the rain, winds of up to 40 km per hour are also possible. The red alert announced earlier in various dams in the state is continuing as the water level is rising dangerously.

Meantime, fishing has been completely banned till October 27 due to the possibility of strong winds and bad weather along the coasts of Kerala, Karnataka and Lakshadweep. Fishing has been banned as winds of up to 40 to 60 km per hour are possible. Those living in areas prone to landslides, mudslides and mountain floods should move to safer places as per the instructions of the authorities. Those living on river banks and below the dams should also be vigilant.

Alert issued

• People living in areas prone to landslides, mudslides and mountain floods should move to safer places as per the instructions of the authorities.
• Those living in riverbanks and downstream areas of dams should also anticipate the danger and move to safer places as per the instructions of the authorities.
• Those living in disaster-prone areas should definitely ensure that camps are open in their area and move there during the day. For this, local government and revenue authorities can be contacted.
• Those living in unsecured houses and those living in houses with weak roofs should be especially careful as there is a possibility of strong winds. Those who foresee a dangerous situation should contact the authorities and move to safer places as part of safety precautions.
• You should also be aware of the dangers that may arise from trees falling and posts collapsing in the wind. The precautionary measures to be taken in case of strong winds issued by the State Disaster Management Authority are available at the linkhttps://sdma.kerala.gov.in/windwarning
• During heavy rains, it is not allowed to cross rivers, bathe in rivers or other water bodies, go fishing or go for other purposes under any circumstances.
• It is not allowed to climb over bridges above water bodies to see the view, take selfies or stand in groups.
• In times of heavy rain, non-essential travel should be completely avoided. Excursions to waterfalls, water bodies and hilly areas should be completely avoided until the warning of rain is lifted.