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IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Six Kerala Districts
The weather department has warned that heavy rain may fall in six districts of Kerala.
This warning is called a yellow alert.
The districts are Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur.
The forecast applies from September 21 to 25.
Heavy rain means between 64.5 and 115.5 millimetres of rain in one day.
Other parts of Kerala may receive lighter or moderate rain.
People in areas that can flood or have landslides should be careful.
They should listen to local officials and check new weather updates.
The India Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for six Kerala districts.
Isolated heavy rainfall is forecast in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur.
The forecast covers Kerala and Lakshadweep from September 21 to 25.
The IMD defines heavy rainfall as 64.5 to 115.5 millimetres in 24 hours.
Residents, especially in hilly and low-lying areas, were advised to follow official weather and safety instructions.
- Who
- The India Meteorological Department issued the alert, advising Kerala residents and local authorities to remain cautious.
- What
- A yellow alert was issued for six districts because isolated heavy rainfall is forecast.
- Where
- Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur in Kerala; the forecast also covers Lakshadweep.
- When
- The alert was issued on Monday, with the forecast covering September 21 to 25.
- Why
- The alert was issued because heavy rain could cause waterlogging, landslides and other weather-related disruptions.
Key facts
- Alert level
- Yellow alert
- Affected districts
- Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur
- Forecast period
- September 21 to 25
- Rainfall type
- Isolated heavy rainfall
- Heavy rainfall definition
- 64.5 to 115.5 millimetres in 24 hours
- Other forecast
- Light to moderate rainfall in several other Kerala districts
- Safety advice
- Residents should monitor weather bulletins and follow local administration and disaster management instructions.
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