Heavy rain hits Kerala, yellow alert in 10 districts

Kerala experienced heavy rainfall leading to waterlogging and traffic disruptions in several areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued yellow alerts in ten districts of the state, including Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Kannur, and Kasaragod. A 'yellow alert' signifies the expectation of heavy rains, ranging from 6 to 11 cm.

IMD sources reported the likelihood of thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds in various parts of Kerala over the next two days. The IMD also shared rainfall statistics, noting that Cherthala received 15 cm of rainfall, followed by Vadakkancherry with 12 cm, Thycauttussery with 12 cm, Alappuhza with 11 cm, and Vaikom with 11 cm between September 28th and 29th.

Rains in other regions

Apart from Kerala, other regions in India, including Goa, witnessed continuous rainfall over the past 24 hours. Dabolim in Goa recorded 12 cm of rainfall, with Margao receiving 11 cm, Mormugao 10 cm, and Ela and Panaji each experiencing 8 cm of rainfall.

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The Andaman & Nicobar Islands were expected to experience substantial rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning until September 30th. Squally conditions with wind speeds ranging from 45-55 km/h, and gusts reaching up to 65 km/h, were also anticipated to affect the islands.

Low-pressure area in Bay of Bengal

The weather department reported the formation of a low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal, likely to bring rainfall to Gangetic West Bengal over the weekend. The Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in isolated places in the districts of Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Balasore, and Bhadrak on Friday.

The IMD noted that favorable conditions were emerging for the withdrawal of the Southwest Monsoon from more parts of Northwest and adjoining Westcentral India in the next two to three days. This weather update emphasizes the importance of staying informed and safe during periods of heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions.

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