Kerala on 'yellow alert, IMD predicts heavy rains on September 25'

The State Disaster Management Authority has instructed district authorities to be on alert and directed them to take necessary precautions

Kerala, the State where the devastating rains, floods and landslides have taken a toll of hundreds of people, resulting in loss to the tune of over Rs 300 billion, is expected to receive heavy rainfalls on September 25, said the State government. 

"Met department has predicted heavy rain (64.4mm to 124.4mm) in the districts of Pathanamthitta, Idukki & Wayanad districts for September 25. Moreover, yellow alert has been issued for Palakkad, Idukki, Thrissur and Wayanad districts for 26th," said Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Twitter.

These districts were among the worst affected during the recent deluge.

The State Disaster