Heavy Rain Expected in Keralam Over Next Five Days

Thiruvananthapuram: Heavy rain is expected to intensify in Keralam over the next five days, with the India Meteorological Department issuing orange and yellow alerts in several districts due to the possibility of heavy rainfall.

Safety Advisory for the Public

People living in areas prone to landslides, mudslides and flash floods should move to safer locations as directed by the authorities.

Those living along riverbanks and in areas downstream of dams should also assess the risks in advance and relocate as instructed by the authorities.

People living in disaster-prone areas must ensure that relief camps have been opened in their locality and should move to the camps during the daytime itself. They can contact local self-government institutions and revenue authorities for assistance.

As strong winds are also possible, people living in poorly secured houses or houses with weak roofs should exercise particular caution. Those who anticipate danger should contact the authorities and move to safer locations as a precautionary measure.