Weather news: Light rains expected for two days in Kerala

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Indian Meteorological Department predicted a possibility of rain in the state on both Tuesday and Wednesday. There is a possibility of rain with thunderstorms in isolated places in Kerala today. However, no alert has been issued for any district so far.

Warnings:

Lightning is dangerous. It can cause great damage to human and animal lives, electrical and communication networks, and household appliances connected to electrical conductors. Therefore, the public should take the following precautions from the moment they first see the thunderstorm. Since lightning is not always visible, do not refrain from taking such precautions.

• Immediately move into a safe building after seeing the first sign of lightning. Remaining in open areas increases the risk of being struck by lightning.
• Keep windows and doors closed during periods of strong winds and lightning. Do not stand near doors and windows. Stay inside the building and try to avoid touching the walls or floor as much as possible.
• Disconnect household appliances from the power supply. Avoid being near electrical appliances during a thunderstorm.
• Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.