Visuals showed that houses and shops were flooded in some parts...
On Monday Kerala is expected to witness heavy rainfall, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday. For four districts in Kerala, a red alert was issued Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, and Alappuzha forecasting extremely heavy rainfall until May 21.
As heavy rains pose potential hazards, the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has advised people to remain vigilant.
There is a risk of flash floods due to expectations of heavy rainfall within a short timeframe, and urban waterlogging, particularly in low-lying areas. Landslides may also be triggered by prolonged rainfall. In light of this, authorities are urging residents, especially those in hilly and coastal regions, to exercise caution and stay alert.
The IMD has also issued an orange alert for Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam district until Tuesday. A red alert indicates heavy to extremely heavy rain of over 20 cm in 24 hours, while an orange alert means very heavy rain (6 cm to 20 cm).
A yellow alert means heavy rainfall between 6 and 11 cm.
Strict instructions have been issued to the District Superintendent of Police, Sub Divisional Magistrates, Regional Transport Officers, and Tehsildars to implement the ban effectively," an official statement said.
Visuals showed that houses and shops were flooded in some parts. Due to the non-completion of the Smart City Road, waterlogging has worsened in many places. In some areas, canals crisscrossing the capital city and its suburbs overflowed.
The affected people alleged that the lack of pre-monsoon cleaning of canals and drainage systems was the reason for the waterlogging in the capital city and its suburbs.
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