Rains to intensify in coming days; yellow alert in five districts

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has informed that rains will continue in North Kerala in the state. Yellow alert has been issued in Kannur and Kasaragod today. The department has issued rain warning for the coming days. It is predicted that there is a possibility of heavy rain with thunder and lightning at isolated places in Kerala. Heavy rains mean rainfall of 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm in 24 hours.

Yellow alert for coming days
03 -07-2024: Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod
04-07-2024: Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasargod
05-07-2024: Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod
06 -07-2024: Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod

Warning of thunderstorms
The department has informed that rain with thunder and lightning is possible at isolated places in Kerala till July 5. Thunderstorms are dangerous. They cause great damage to human and animal life, electrical and communication networks and household appliances connected to electrical conductors. Therefore, the public should take precautions from the time they start seeing the clouds. Lightning may not always be visible, so do not hesitate to take precautions.

Staying in open areas increases the chance of being struck by lightning. Keep windows and doors closed during high winds and thunderstorms. Stay away from doors and windows. Stay inside the building and try not to touch the wall or floor as much as possible. Unplug household appliances. Avoid proximity to electrical appliances during thunderstorms. Avoid playing outdoors and on terraces, including children, if the weather is cloudy.