Weather update: IMD issues red alert for five districts in Kerala; check advisory here

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall across Kerala till June 18 leading authorities to issue red, orange, and yellow alerts for multiple districts.

According to an official release, a red alert has been issued for Malappuram and Kozhikode on June 17. The alert is extended to Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod on June 18. 

“An orange alert warning for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, and Palakkad on June 17,” IMD said.

As the heavy rain situation continues to batter the state, Kerala Minister for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe O R Kelu gave directions to the officials concerned to ensure adequate facilities in tribal hamlets in interior areas, PTI reported.

(This is a developing story)