Widespread heavy rain predicted in state in coming hours; lightning cyclone likely in northern districts

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: There will be widespread rain in the state in the next three hours. The Central Meteorological Department said there is a possibility of moderate rain at isolated places in various districts and strong winds with a speed of up to 40 kmph.

The Meteorological Centre has warned a possibility of heavy rain for the next five days. Monsoon winds have strengthened in the state. Experts said there is a possibility of lightning cyclone in the northern districts. Educational institutions including professional colleges will remain closed today in Kozhikode, Wayanad and Kannur due to the