THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has informed that there is a possibility of heavy rain in Kerala today. Yellow alert has been sounded in eight districts--Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod. The possibility of isolated heavy rain is predicted. The IMD defines heavy rain as a situation where rainfall of 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm is received in 24 hours.

Orange Alert
25/07/2025: Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur
26/07/2025: Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad

Yellow Alert
24/07/2025: Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod
25/07/2025: Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod
26/07/2025: Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kannur, Kasaragod

Public alerted
Residents in areas prone to landslides, mudslides and flash floods should move to safer places as per the instructions of the authorities.

Those living in riverbanks and downstream areas of dams should also take precautions against the danger and move to safer places as per the instructions of the authorities.

People living in disaster-prone areas should definitely ensure that camps are open in their area and move there during the day. For this, they can contact the local body and revenue authorities.

Due to the possibility of strong winds, those living in unsecured houses and those living in houses with weak roofs should be especially careful. Those who foresee a dangerous situation should contact the authorities and move to safer places as a safety precaution.

They should also be aware of the dangers that may arise due to trees falling and posts collapsing in the wind. The precautionary measures to be taken in case of strong winds issued by the State Disaster Management Authority are available at https://sdma.kerala.gov.in/windwarning/

During heavy rains, it is not allowed to cross rivers, bathe in rivers or other water bodies, go fishing or go for other purposes.

It is not allowed to climb over bridges above water bodies to see the view, take selfies or stand in groups.

In times of heavy rain, non-essential travel should be completely avoided. Recreational trips to waterfalls, water bodies and hilly areas should be completely avoided until the rain warning is lifted.