THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Reports said rain will continue in the state on Monday. There is a chance of moderate rain with widespread thunder. The Central Meteorological Department said there is a possibility of slight rain at isolated places in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram and Kannur in the next three hours.

Low pressure is located over southeast Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. It is likely to move over southwest Rajasthan in the next two days. The Central Meteorological Department had earlier said that moderate rains are likely in Kerala for the next four days due to the formation of a cyclonic vortex over the North Andaman Sea.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Research Center has informed that there is a possibility of high waves and storm surge along the Kerala coast till 11.30 tonight. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Research Center has warned that there is a possibility of high waves and storm surge along the southern Tamil Nadu coast till 11.30 pm. Fishermen and coastal residents have been asked to be on alert.

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

Keep fishing vessels (boats, canoes, etc.) safely moored in the harbor. Keeping a safe distance between boats can avoid the risk of collision. Safety of fishing equipment should be ensured.

Avoid trips to the beach and activities at sea completely.