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Parts of Kerala received over 300 mm rainfall on Aug 1: KSDMA

Kerala experienced significant rainfall, with some areas receiving up to 320 mm. Waterlogging affected roads and low-lying regions across several districts of the state. Rains caused inundation and damage to homes, prompting rescue operations. While rainfall subsided, floodwaters remained in many affected areas. Some dam water levels dropped, but others…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Kerala weather, August 2: Is your district on the orange alert list? Check latest IMD forecast, exam updates

Kerala weather, August 2: Kerala faces an orange alert for very heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on August 2. Authorities issued safety advisories and postponed examinations due to ongoing landslides and flooding. Residents in vulnerable areas are urged to move to safer locations if instructed. Public is cautioned against entering water…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

IMD issues orange alert for parts of Kerala, heavy rain likely over next three days

Kerala is bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next three days, with the IMD issuing orange and yellow alerts for several districts. Authorities are urging residents in landslide and flood-prone areas to relocate to safer grounds and to remain vigilant. Precautions are advised for those near rivers…

The Economic Times · Jul 5

Swell waves inundate coastal areas in southern, central Kerala

Rough seas hit Kerala's coastal areas, prompting disaster management alert; 'Kallakkadal' phenomenon persists, urging safety precautions.

The Hindu · Mar 31, 2024

Temperature crosses 40°C mark in Kerala for first time after 2019

Temperature crosses 40°C mark in Kerala for first time after 2019

The Hindu · Mar 30, 2024

State-specific disaster status likely to empower Kerala to cull animals posing threat to human lives

Kerala State Disaster Management Authority to frame SOPs for man-animal conflict as State-specific disaster, aiming to minimize human-wildlife conflicts.

The Hindu · Mar 6, 2024

Kerala government declares wildlife attacks a State-specific disaster

Kerala Cabinet declares human-wildlife conflict a disaster, forms committees, neighborhood watch groups, and enhances wildlife surveillance and response measures.

The Hindu · Mar 6, 2024

IMD issues heat alert for three districts on Monday

IMD issues yellow alert for high temperatures in Kerala, urging precautions like staying hydrated and wearing light clothing.

The Hindu · Feb 18, 2024

KSDMA to collaborate with WRI to implement heat action plan in Kerala

KSDMA collaborates with WRI to implement Kerala State Heat Action Plan & India Cooling Action Plan to reduce heat stress & identify vulnerable communities.

The Hindu · Dec 24, 2023

Kerala mulls making standard operating procedure mandatory for closed-door events

Kerala is exploring the possibility of expanding the SOP for religious festivals to closed-door events. CM Pinarayi Vijayan has asked KSDMA to submit a report within a week. The SOP will specify roles and responsibilities of organisers and guidelines to be followed. It will also include aspects of event safety,…

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023