IMD Issues Orange Alert for Seven Kerala Districts Amid Heavy Rain
IMD Issues Orange Alert for Seven Kerala Districts Amid Heavy Rain
IN · Published Aug 6, 2026
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for seven districts in Kerala, forecasting widespread and intensified rainfall over the next 48 hours.
The affected districts include Kasaragod, Kannur, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kottayam, Alappuzha, and Pathanamthitta.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall poses risks of landslides, flooding, and coastal swell surges, particularly in hilly and low-lying areas. Residents in northern Kerala and coastal regions are advised to remain vigilant. Educational institutions in affected areas have been closed to ensure safety and facilitate relief efforts. Coastal residents and fishermen are urged to avoid vulnerable shorelines due to the swell surge warning. The rainfall is expected to recharge rivers, reservoirs, and groundwater, but the associated risks necessitate heightened disaster preparedness.

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