Widespread rain in the state today; Orange alert and in three districts

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Central Meteorological Department has informed that there is a possibility of widespread rain in the state. Orange alert has been declared in Idukki, Malappuram and Wayanad. Yellow alert has been declared in seven districts. Yellow alert has been declared in Pathanamthitta, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kannur, Palakkad, Kozhikode and Kasaragod districts.

According to the Central Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of moderate rain with thunder and lightning at isolated places in Thiruvananthapuram, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad, strong winds with a speed of less than 40 km per hour and light rain at isolated places in other districts.

Special instructions to the general public

-People living in areas prone to landslides and flash floods should move to safer places as per the instructions of the authorities. Residents living in river banks and downstream areas of dams should anticipate the danger and evacuate as per the instructions of the authorities.

-People living in disaster prone areas must ensure that camps are opened in their area and move there during the day. For this, local body and revenue authorities can be contacted.

-Due to the possibility of strong winds, people living in unsealed houses and those living in houses with weak roofs should be especially careful. Those who see danger should contact the authorities and evacuate to safe places as a safety precaution.

-It is also important to be aware of the dangers of trees falling down in the wind and posts collapsing. Precautionary measures to be taken during strong winds issued by the State Disaster Management Authority are available from the link https://sdma.kerala.gov.in/windwarning/

-In the event of heavy rains, under no circumstances should one cross rivers, enter rivers or other bodies of water for bathing, fishing or other purposes.

-Viewing, taking selfies or congregating on the overpasses above water bodies is not allowed. Avoid non-essential travel completely during heavy rains. Recreational trips to waterfalls, water bodies and hilly areas should be avoided completely until the rain warning is lifted.