THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that Kerala will receive light rain for the next five days. Heavy rain with thunderstorms occurred in various parts of Kerala yesterday.
A yellow alert has been issued for three districts on January 15. Yellow alert has been issued for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and Pathanamthitta. The possibility of isolated heavy rain is predicted. Heavy rain is defined as a situation where rainfall of 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm is expected in 24 hours.
The IMD has also informed that there is a possibility of light rain in isolated places in Pathanamthitta, Kozhikode and Wayanad in the next three hours.
Thunderstorm alert
• Immediately move inside a safe building after seeing the first sign of thunderstorms. Remaining in open areas increases the risk of being struck by thunderstorms.
• Keep windows and doors closed during periods of strong winds and thunderstorms. Do not stand near doors and windows. Stay inside the building and try not to touch the walls or floor as much as possible.
• Disconnect the power supply of household appliances. Avoid proximity to electrical appliances during a thunderstorm.
• Avoid using telephone during a thunderstorm. It is okay to use a mobile phone.
• If the weather is cloudy, avoid playing outdoors and on terraces, including with children.
• Do not stand under trees during a thunderstorm. Do not park vehicles under trees.
• Stay inside the vehicle during a thunderstorm. Do not put your arms and legs out. You will be safe inside the vehicle. Avoid traveling in vehicles such as bicycles, bikes, and tractors during a thunderstorm and seek shelter in a safe building until the thunderstorm ends.
• When you see a rainstorm, do not go to the terrace or yard to get clothes during a thunderstorm.
• Tie down objects that may topple over in the wind.
• Avoid bathing during a thunderstorm. Avoid collecting water from taps. Electricity from lightning can travel through pipes.
• Do not go fishing or bathing in water during a thunderstorm. As soon as you see dark clouds, stop fishing and boating and try to reach the nearest shore immediately. Baiting and casting nets should be stopped during a thunderstorm.
• Avoid flying kites.