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Kerala Floods

Kerala Floods

Kerala, known for its lush landscapes and backwaters, is increasingly vulnerable to heavy monsoon rains that often lead to widespread flooding. The state receives intense rainfall during the Southwest Monsoon (June–September) and occasionally during the Northeast Monsoon (October–November). With hilly terrain, overflowing rivers, and rapid urbanisation, several districts—including Ernakulam, Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Alappuzha—are
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Kerala Floods News

Red alert for 10 dams, Kakki dam opened, Sabarimala pilgrimage on hold: Kerala govt

Earlier in the day, due to rising water levels in various dams due to heavy rains in the catchment areas and the eastern hilly regions of the state, the Kerala government issued alerts to the public that shutters of certain dams will be raised, resulting in increase in water levels of rivers in south and central Kerala.

FAQ

Floods generally occur between June and September due to the Southwest Monsoon, and occasionally during October–November from the Northeast Monsoon.
Districts like Idukki, Ernakulam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Wayanad, and Alappuzha often face severe floods and landslides.
The state follows pre-monsoon reservoir rule curves, and coordinated dam release notifications are issued to downstream populations through alerts and sirens.
Yes, KSDMA, local authorities, and panchayats carry out door-to-door evacuations, relief shelter setup, and medical assistance well in advance when alerts are issued.
Stay informed through official IMD and KSDMA updates, avoid water-logged or hilly terrain, and shift to relief shelters when advised.
By investing in early warning tech, improved drainage systems, floodplain zoning, and community-level preparedness, the state is steadily enhancing its disaster resilience.
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