COASTAL KERALA

Early monsoon over Karnataka: Bengaluru gets heavy rain alert. Check IMD's next 5 days weather forecast

Bengaluru is expected to experience rains this week as the Southwest Monsoon advances into parts of Karnataka, as per the India Meteorological Department. India's Silicon Valley has seen recent rain with many sharing photos and videos on social media. Spells of heavy rains are also forecast for parts of Karnataka.

Monsoon hitting Kerala in hours. Check IMD's weather forecast for Andhra, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts the monsoon will likely begin in Kerala within the next 24 hours and progress into parts of the northeastern states. Heavy rainfall is forecast for Kerala and Mahe over the next five days, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands from May 31st to June 2nd, and Tamil Nadu and South Interior Karnataka on June 1st and 2nd, 2024. Strong surface winds are expected over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands from May 29th to 31st, and Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Rayalaseema, and Karnataka from May 31st to June 2nd.

Kerala hit by heavy pre-monsoon rains, IMD alert for 4 other states amid cyclonic circulation over Tamil Nadu

The India Meteorological Department reports that conditions are increasingly favorable for the Southwest Monsoon to hit Kerala and parts of the country within three to four days. By May 28, 2024, the monsoon had progressed into more areas of the South Arabian Sea and the Maldives. This will continue, extending into Kerala and other regions. Meanwhile, heavy rains and gusty winds in Kerala disrupted life, causing flooding and slow traffic in Kochi and nearby areas.

Incessant rains disrupt life in Kerala, submerge Kochi roads

Incessant rains and gusty winds disrupt normal life in Kerala, causing road submersion and tree damage. Heavy rains in Thiruvananthapuram lead to tree uprooting and hill collapse. Eco-tourism centre closed in Varkala due to bad weather.

Centre sanctions Rs 21,253 crore to tackle Kerala's economic crisis

The move comes as Kerala grapples with various economic challenges, including salary delays for government employees and stalled development projects.

Widespread rains cause damage to property in Kerala; heavy downpour predicted in isolated places

The ongoing spell of heavy rains in Kerala has hit normal life, with scores of houses suffering damage, roads being submerged, trees uprooted, flood water entering houses and trains running late as a result of the steady downpour that continued to lash the state on Saturday. Flood water entered houses, schools and shops located in low-lying areas of Kuttanad in coastal Alapuzha district.

IMD shares monsoon update, warns of cyclonic circulation over Kerala and Andhra Pradesh

The India Meteorological Department has forecast the southwest monsoon advancement over various regions, including the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Due to cyclonic circulation over Kerala and Andhra Pradesh, IMD has said that it may bring moderate to heavy rains over parts of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry & Karaikal, Lakshadweep, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka.

Cyclonic circulation triggers IMD's heavy rainfall warning for Kerala, orange alert for Tamil Nadu and Karnataka

India Meteorological Department reports cyclonic circulations over Kerala, affecting weather patterns in multiple states including Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Southwest Monsoon to advance over Southeast Arabian Seaand Andaman & Nicobar Islands with heavy rainfall expected in Andaman Islands.

Kerala girl dies from brain-eating amoeba after dip in pond. Learn about this 100% fatal disease

A five-year-old girl from Kerala died after swimming in contaminated water of a pond, succumbing to a rare infection caused by a brain-eating amoeba. The incident was reported by PTI, and the girl suffered from amoebic meningoencephalitis. She was from Moonniyur panchayat.

IMD shares monsoon updates, warns of heavy rains in 5 states due to cyclonic circulation over Tamil Nadu

Isolated heavy rainfall is expected in some regions of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. IMD warns of thunderstorms in coastal areas. Red alert issued for some Kerala districts. Southwest monsoon progresses in the region.

Kerala on high alert: Heavy rains prompt warnings, travel bans in many districts

Thunderstorms with moderate rainfall and gusty winds up to 40 km/h are expected in several districts. The Meteorological Department issued red alerts for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Idukki districts, and orange alerts for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, and Ernakulam. The Idukki District Collector has banned night travel in hilly areas, and mining activities have been halted in Ernakulam and Kottayam. The heavy downpour led to waterlogging in Thiruvananthapuram, disrupting normal life.

IMD warns of cyclonic circulation over Tamil Nadu, issues rainfall alert for 5 states

IMD reports heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas of coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and coastal and south interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala due to a cyclonic circulation over Tamil Nadu and adjoining region. Over the next week, expect widespread light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds in some regions of these states.

Skymet says monsoon may hit Kerala on Jun 1

India's southwest monsoon is expected to reach Kerala on June 1, according to private weather forecaster Skymet, a day later than the official prediction by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The monsoon, which advances northward and typically covers the entire country by mid-July, is crucial as it provides 70% of India's annual rainfall. This year's monsoon is predicted to bring plentiful rains, aiding farm output and economic growth. The IMD anticipates a transition from El Nino to ENSO-neutral conditions by mid-2024, potentially leading to more favorable La Nina conditions.

Heavy rains in Kerala, IMD issues orange alert in two districts

Kerala has been hit by heavy rains, bringing an end to a week of heatwaves. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert in two out of 14 districts, while eight districts in the southern state have yellow alerts. The IMD also predicted thunderstorms with moderate rainfall and gusty winds.

Rough sea alert issued for Kerala and south Tamil Nadu coast

Similarly, there is a forecast for rough sea conditions nearshore along the Tamil Nadu coast during the same period on Monday. The rough sea is anticipated due to high period (15 - 17 sec) swell waves, with heights varying between 0.7 to 1.1 metres. The agency has urged fishermen and coastal residents to exercise vigilance and take necessary precautions in light of these rough sea conditions.

'Heat wave to end tomorrow': Here is what it means for you and why IMD is predicting the end of extreme heat

In a significant development for Indians, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted an end to the prevailing heatwave across the country, except for West Rajasthan and Kerala. According to the latest prediction, these regions are expected to persist under hot conditions, with the heatwave likely to persist in the mentioned areas.

Kerala's coastal hamlets witness sea incursion; Orange alert warning remains in place

Kerala has experienced high tidal waves and intense sea incursions due to the 'Kallakkadal' phenomenon, which causes sudden sea swells causing rough waves in coastal areas. Houses have been damaged and roads have been flooded, forcing residents to shift to safer areas. The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has placed the southern coasts of Kerala and Tamil Nadu under Orange Alert warning for rough seas and sea surge due to extremely strong waves of 0.5 to 1.5 meters.

Rough waves hit coastal areas of Kerala and south Tamil Nadu; Central agencies issues Red alert

Officials have urged fishermen and coastal residents to take necessary precautions in response to the alert. A Kerala Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) official stated, "Red alert for swell surge warning has been received from NDMA-INCOIS." The 'Kallakkadal' phenomenon is expected to occur from 2:30 am on Saturday to 11:30 pm on Sunday, with the possibility of extremely strong waves, rough seas, and sea incursion during this period.

Kallakkadal alert sounded: Coastal parts of Kerala, south Tamil Nadu warned of likely ocean swells

​​"There is a possibility of rough seas due to high waves of 0.5 to 1.5 metres during this period," according to the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS). INCOIS, the central agency that issues weather warnings for fishermen in the country, advised people to safely moor their fishing vessels in the harbour.

'Kallakkadal phenomenon' threatens Kerala, southern Tamil Nadu coastlines

Kerala and southern Tamil Nadu coastal areas are expected to experience the "kallakkadal phenomenon," a sudden swell of the seas causing rough waves, until 11:30 pm on Monday. The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued alerts to fishermen and coastal residents, advising them to stay away from danger zone areas and to safely moor fishing vessels in harbors.

Bank account was frozen after protests against Adani port, reveals Kerala's Latin church

​​Vizhinjam, a coastal hamlet in the state capital, had witnessed strong protests against the seaport, which also resulted in violence in November 2022. In a pastoral letter read during Sunday Mass, the Latin church said it was facing a funds crunch due to the freezing of its bank accounts by the authorities.

Lok Sabha Elections: Coastal politics heat up in India's 'unique' southern tip - Kanyakumari

Kanyakumari, a unique constituency in Tamil Nadu, boasts a diverse demographic composition with Christians, Hindus, and Muslims coexisting. The Lok Sabha elections witness a heated battle between incumbent MP Vijay Vasanth and BJP's Pon Radhakrishnan, with critical issues like infrastructure projects and fisher community concerns taking center stage. The electoral landscape further evolves with other candidates entering the fray, promising to address pressing issues and secure support from the coastal community. As the electorate eagerly awaits the outcome, the future trajectory of Kanyakumari hangs in the balance.

High waves wreak havoc in Kerala's Kollam coast, several houses damaged in sea fury