Heavy rainfall is expected to intensify across Kerala, with red alerts issued for Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad districts on Sunday. Educational institutions in these three districts have been granted a holiday in view of the weather warning.
Orange alerts have been issued for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad and Kannur, while the remaining districts are under yellow alert. Authorities have urged residents in hilly areas to exercise caution due to the risk of landslides.
Red Alert in Two Districts on Monday
Idukki and Palakkad will be under red alert on Monday. Orange alerts have been issued for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur and Malappuram.
Low-Pressure Systems to Bring More Rain
The strengthening of rainfall is attributed to a low-pressure area over the Arabian Sea and a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal. A low-pressure area over the southeastern Arabian Sea and adjoining Lakshadweep region, along with a trough extending across Kerala towards the north Tamil Nadu coast, is also influencing the weather.T
The India Meteorological Department has forecast isolated thunderstorms and strong winds reaching 30–40 kmph in parts of the state until Tuesday.
Fishing Ban Along Kerala Coast
Fishing has been prohibited along the Kerala, Karnataka and Lakshadweep coasts until Monday. Residents have been advised to follow official weather updates and safety instructions, particularly in landslide-prone and low-lying areas.
