Thiruvananthapuram: The monsoon has regained momentum over Kerala, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to revise its rain forecast with a warning of widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall across the state in the coming days.
Today, an orange alert has been issued in four districts—Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, and Kasaragod—signaling the possibility of intense rain. The IMD attributes this weather shift to the strengthening of westerly/northwesterly winds over Kerala and a cyclonic circulation over the northwest Bay of Bengal, near the Odisha coast and Gangetic West Bengal.
As per IMD predictions, Kerala will continue to experience heavy downpours till Sunday, with wind speeds reaching up to 50–60 km/h on June 14. The entire state is expected to witness widespread rainfall on Sunday.
District-Wise Alerts and Forecasts
- Today: Yellow alerts have been issued in Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Kannur.
- Thursday: Heavy rain is expected in Kannur and Kasaragod, with yellow alerts extended to Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, and Wayanad.
- Friday: Northern and central Kerala may experience intense showers as the monsoon picks up further.
Authorities have urged residents to stay vigilant and follow safety advisories, especially in areas prone to flooding and landslides. The public is advised to avoid unnecessary travel and secure loose items that may be affected by strong winds and rain.
The strengthening monsoon is a relief for Kerala’s agriculture but comes with a warning—prepare for intense weather over the next few days.
