Amid scorching summer, Kerala to receive rain in next five days, yellow alert announced

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that there is a possibility of rain for five days amid the summer heat in the state. The IMD has announced yellow alert in various districts. Apart from Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts, the remaining 11 districts are likely to receive rain today. The Meteorological Department has also informed that there is a possibility of isolated heavy rain in Kozhikode, Wayanad and Kannur districts on April 19. A yellow alert has been announced here. Rain is likely in all the districts of the state on April 18 and 19.

Thunderstorm warning

The IMD has informed that there is a possibility of rain with thunder and lightning at isolated places in Kerala on April 17 and 21, 2024 and strong winds with a speed of 30 to 40 km per hour along with rain with thunder and lightning at isolated places in Kerala from April 18 to 20.

Guidelines

Lightning is dangerous as they cause great damage to human and animal life, electrical and communication networks and household appliances connected to electrical conductors. Therefore, the general public should take the following precautions from the time the clouds are visible. As lightning may not always be visible all the time, these precautions must be taken.

• Move indoors immediately at the first sign of lightning. Staying in open areas increases the chance of being struck by lightning.
• Keep windows and doors closed during strong 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 lightning.
• Avoid using the telephone during lightning. It is okay to use a mobile phone.
• Avoid playing outdoors and on terraces, including children, if the weather is cloudy.