THIRUVANTHAPURAM: IMD warns that heavy rain will continue in the state for the next five days. Yellow alert has been announced in Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad and Kannur districts on Monday due to heavy rain. Yellow alert was announced in Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad and Kannur districts on Tuesday and in Ernakulam and Idukki districts on Wednesday. A chance of isolated heavy rain is forecast. 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm rainfall is expected in 24 hours.

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Research Center, there is a possibility of high waves of 0.6 to 1.5 meters along the Kerala coast and south Tamil Nadu coast till 11.30 tonight. The State Disaster Management Authority has issued a warning to fishermen and coastal residents. There is a warning to ensure the safety of fishing vessels and equipment and to avoid trips to the beach and recreation at sea. Meanwhile, IMD has informed that there is no disruption to fishing in Kerala and Karnataka coasts and Lakshadweep area.