Heavy Rain and Gusty Winds Hit Kozhikode District in Kerala, Red Alert Issued

Heavy rain and strong winds are hitting Kozhikode district in Kerala, prompting a red alert and holiday for educational institutions. Waterlogging, poor visibility, flooding, and landslides are expected. The district collector has advised people to stay alert and avoid non-essential movements. The water level in major rivers is high, and people on the banks are advised to be ready to evacuate.

Heavy rain and strong winds are lashing Kozhikode district in Kerala, prompting the district administration to declare a red alert and a holiday for all educational institutions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread heavy rainfall and strong winds for the next few days, with the potential for waterlogging, poor visibility, flooding, and landslides [1].

The District Collector has advised residents to stay alert and avoid non-essential movements. Waterlogging on major roads and flooding in low-lying areas are expected, with power outages and landslides also posing significant risks. The water level in major rivers is high, and people living on the banks have been advised to be ready to evacuate if necessary [2].

The IMD has issued a red alert for Kozhikode, indicating extremely heavy rainfall, with forecasts of more than 20 cm in 24 hours. Additionally, orange alerts have been issued for several other districts, indicating very heavy rainfall between 11 cm and 20 cm [3]. The IMD has linked the forecast to an active cyclonic circulation over north Karnataka and strong westerly winds over Kerala [4].

The district administration has also imposed a temporary ban on all quarrying and mining activities, including sand mining and well-digging, due to the heavy rainfall and safety concerns [5]. The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has warned of urban flooding, flash floods, and landslides, especially in hilly regions, due to the high intensity of rain over a short duration [6].

Investors and financial professionals should closely monitor the situation and be prepared for potential disruptions in business operations and transportation. The Kerala government has been proactive in issuing alerts and taking necessary precautions to minimize the impact of the heavy rainfall and strong winds.

References:
[1] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/new-updates/kerala-schools-closed-in-these-districts-for-next-2-days-due-to-heavy-rain-full-imd-alert-list-inside/articleshow/121830724.cms
[2] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/heavy-rain-gusty-winds-lash-kozhikode-district-of-kerala/article69700067.ece
[3] https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/kerala--rain-alerts-red-orange-yellow-and-weather-updates-today-saturday-f74o1xn6
[4] https://www.indianarrative.com/india-news/imd-issues-red-alert-for-heavy-to-extremely-heavy-rainfall-in-5-districts-of-kerala-171498.html
[5] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/heavy-rain-ban-imposed-on-quarrying-in-kozhikode-district/article69695305.ece
[6] https://www.indianarrative.com/india-news/imd-issues-red-alert-for-heavy-to-extremely-heavy-rainfall-in-5-districts-of-kerala-171498.html