THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Heavy summer rains are likely to lash eight districts of Kerala on Sunday. The Central Meteorological Department has warned that there is a possibility of rain in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam and Wayanad. Hilly areas will also receive more rain. There is a warning that there will be widespread rain from today till April 20.

There will be rains in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam and Wayanad on April 17.

Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Wayanad will get rain on April 18.

Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam and Wayanad on April 19 and on April 20 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam and Wayanad.

The Central Meteorological Department has informed that there is no disruption to fishing in Kerala-Karnataka-Lakshadweep coasts. Meanwhile, a high tide warning has also been issued.

The National Center for Oceanographic Studies (INCOIS) has informed that there is a possibility of 0.5- to 1.0-meter-high wave and storm surge along the Kerala coast on 17-04-2023 till 12.00 pm with a speed of 05-20 cm/sec.

Fishermen and coastal residents should be alert

1) As the rough seas are likely to intensify, stay away from the danger areas as per the instructions of the authorities.

2. Keep fishing vessels safely tied in the harbor. Keeping a safe distance between boats can avoid the possibility of collision. Safety of fishing equipment should be ensured.

3. Avoid trips to the beach and fun at sea together.