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Monsoon: Orange alert issued for Pune, Yellow for Mumbai, other districts of Maharashtra
Regional Met Centre Director at Mumbai, Sunil Kamble said, "There is a possibility of heavy rain in Mumbai today. We have issued a yellow alert for Mumbai. There will be light to moderate rain in Mumbai for 2-3 days. Orange alert and yellow alert have been issued for some districts of central Maharashtra... Heavy rain is likely in the ghat areas."
IMD issues very heavy-rain warning for Gujarat, several places inundated in Ahmedabad
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain warning for Gujarat over the next five days, with orange alerts for multiple districts. Ahmedabad is experiencing severe waterlogging. Rajkot airport saw a canopy collapse due to rain yesterday, but no injuries were reported. Heavy rainfall is forecast across various regions until July 3.
Heavy rains lash Kerala, orange and yellow alerts sounded across multiple districts
Heavy rains hit Kerala, prompting authorities to warn about travel risks in hilly and flooded areas. An orange alert was issued in seven districts and a yellow alert in the rest for heavy rainfall. Kannur and Kasaragod faced winds up to 40 Kmph. Flood relief camps are open in Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha. Schools are closed in six districts. Damage is reported in Kottayam due to accompanying winds.
Extremely heavy rain expected in three north Kerala districts, IMD issues red alert
A red alert indicates heavy to extremely heavy rain of over 20 cm in 24 hours. Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram and Kasaragod districts have been put on orange alert for Sunday.
Kerala rains to get heavier by June 21-22, yellow alert issued for several districts: IMD
Kerala is expected to experience intensified rainfall around June 21-22, following a recent decrease in monsoon activity, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD has issued alerts for several districts, with northern districts like Malappuram, Kozhikode, and Kannur under an orange alert for June 21 and additional districts for June 22. These alerts signify anticipated heavy to very heavy rainfall, driven by strong westerly/south westerly winds along the Kerala coast during this period.
Kerala weather: IMD issues orange alert for Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and two other districts
The weather agency also issued a 'yellow alert' for eight districts of the state, warning of heavy rains in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur and Malappuram. A red alert indicates heavy to extremely heavy rain of over 20 cm in 24 hours, while an orange alert means very heavy rain of 11 cm to 20 cm, and a yellow alert means heavy rainfall between 6 cm and 11 cm.
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Kerala rains: IMD sounds orange alert in 5 districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for five districts in Kerala, including Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Ernakulam . The red alert in Ernakulam and Kottayam was lifted, while Thiruvananthapuram, Idukki, and Thrissur were under a yellow alert. Tree uprooting and property damage were reported in several districts. Over 5,000 chickens died in Thiruvananthapuram as a poultry farm was flooded. Residents in flood-affected areas of Kochi began to cleanup as floodwaters receded.
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.
Kerala: Heavy rain predicted for next 24 hours, IMD issues orange alert for several districts
Kerala grapples with relentless downpours, with some areas witnessing over 200 mm of rain within 24 hours. Kochi and Thrissur face inundation. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues an Orange alert for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Idukki. A low-pressure area in the Arabian Sea heightens rainfall, while another system in the Bay of Bengal threatens to intensify into a cyclonic storm. Preparedness efforts are underway as casualties and damage rise.
Kerala rains: IMD issues Orange alert for three districts
Heavy rains continue to batter Kerala with parts of the state receiving over 200 mm of rain in 24 hours causing waterlogging in cities like Kochi and Thrissur. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an Orange alert for three districts, including Pathanamthitta, Kottayam and Idukki districts. As many as 11 deaths have been reported due to rain-related incidents. Relief camps have been set up and efforts are underway to mitigate the impact of the ongoing heavy rains.
Cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal; moderate rainfall expected across Kerala
The Kerala Disaster Management Authority has forecasted moderate rainfall in several districts. Thiruvananthapuram is experiencing heavy rainfall, prompting alerts for various districts, and residents are advised to be cautious due to potential hazards like flash floods and landslides. A well-marked low pressure system intensifying into a depression in the central Bay of Bengal is likely to develop into a cyclone and cross the Bangladesh and West Bengal coasts.
Heavy rains lash Kerala, IMD issues red alert in two districts
Kerala faces heavy pre-monsoon rains, prompting the India Meteorological Department to issue red alerts for Ernakulam and Thrissur districts, indicating over 20 cm of rain in 24 hours. Major cities like Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, and Thrissur suffer from waterlogging. The state reports four deaths and significant property damage due to flooding and landslides. Relief camps are opened, and authorities warn residents of rising water levels in rivers.
Kerala rains cause havoc: Four dead as IMD issues orange alert in 9 districts, flights disrupted, dam shutters opened
Heavy rains in Kerala have resulted in flooding, flight delays, and road damages. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert in nine districts, urging residents to take precautions. The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has advised against venturing into the sea, and the health department has established a control room to manage epidemic prevention activities.
IMD issues red alert for Pathanamthitta and Idukki districts in Kerala
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Pathanamthitta and Idukki districts in Kerala for extremely heavy rainfall on May 22, following earlier red alert withdrawals and new warnings due to severe weather predictions. Orange alerts are in place for eight districts, including Thiruvananthapuram, while a yellow alert was issued for six northern districts. The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority advised vigilance as heavy rains continue.
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 predicts heavy rainfall in Kerala; red alert for 3 districts on May 19-20
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall in Kerala with red alerts in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Idukki districts for May 19-20. Orange alert for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, and Ernakulam. Flash floods and landslides possible due to heavy downpours. Very likely heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over south peninsular India, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and South Interior Karnataka.
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.
Kerala to receive heavy rains; IMD issues red alert in some districts for May 19, 20
The IMD issued the red alert in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam and Idukki districts of the state for May 19 and 20. Additionally, an orange alert was issued for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, and Ernakulam for those two days. The weather department further issued an orange alert in nine districts for May 21 and said some of them were likely to receive rains similar to that of a red alert.
Rains continue to lash Kerala; IMD issues orange alert in two districts
IMD issued orange alert in Malappuram and Wayanad districts of Kerala due to heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds were also predicted by IMD. Squally weather with strong winds expected, fishermen advised not to venture into the sea. Red and yellow alerts were issued for heavy rainfall. Alerts were also issued for Palakkad, Pathanamthitta, and Alappuzha districts.
Rains to intensify in Kerala; IMD issues orange alert in several districts for May 18-20
It advised people to follow traffic advisories, avoid staying in vulnerable structures, stay away from river fronts or areas that face water-logging problems, and not work in the fields during thunderstorms and lightning, etc.
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 possibility: IMD issues yellow alert in Kerala's Alappuzha district for May 9
The India Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for Alappuzha due to impending heatwave conditions. Maximum temperatures in various districts, including Thrissur and Palakkad, were predicted to exceed normal by 3-5 degrees Celsius till May 10. Alappuzha faced the possibility of heatwave conditions on May 9.
Heatwave is about to end in India, except for West Rajasthan: IMD
Heatwave conditions across India are easing except for West Rajasthan and Kerala, as per the Indian Meteorological Department. The heatwave alert is expected to persist only in West Rajasthan, with increased thunderstorm activity due to moisture flow from the Bay of Bengal, potentially causing cloud-to-ground lightning, India's weather department official said
Kerala to experience heatwave for longer, as IMD issues yellow alert in 3 districts till May 9
Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for three districts in Kerala, including Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha and Kozhikode until May 9 due to potential heat wave conditions. The temperatures are expected to be higher than normal in most parts of the state. Temperatures in Kollam, Palakkad and Kozhikode are expected to be around 39 degree Celsius.
Hot weather continues in Kerala: IMD issues yellow alert for 12 districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for 12 out of the 14 districts in Kerala, warning of high temperatures and humidity until May 6. The maximum temperatures are expected to be around 36-39 degrees Celsius in various districts. Hot and humid weather is expected over these districts, except in hilly areas. The state has been experiencing hot weather conditions for several days, leading to the closure of educational institutions. The government has advised people to avoid working under the sun from 11 am to 3 pm, stay hydrated, and avoid exposure to sunlight during these hours.
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.
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.
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