Kerala weather alerts

Yellow alert for two districts on July 21

IMD has upgraded the alert issued for Kannur and Kasaragod for Monday from yellow to orange

Kerala rains: Monsoon likely to intensify; IMD sounds orange alert for three districts on July 29

According to IMD, monsoon conditions in Kerala have strengthened under the influence of the deep depression over central parts of Chhattisgarh and adjoining Odisha

Monsoon intensifies, orange alert for three districts in Kerala on July 30, 2026

The IMD issues heavy rainfall warnings for the next four days in Kerala, including an orange alert for Kannur, Kasaragod, Kottayam, Pathanamthitta and Idukki on Friday and a yellow alert for the remaining parts of the State

Kerala rains: IMD sounds orange alert for five districts on July 30

Orange alert for 11 districts in Kerala on July 31

34% monsoon deficit, bleak August outlook set alarm bells ringing in Kerala

By the end of July, Kerala received just 853.8 mm of rain, well below the normal 1,301.7 mm. This raises concerns of a potential drought, particularly if the monsoon remains weak in August and September. An impending El Niño threaten to further diminish rainfall prospects.

Orange alert for 9 Kerala districts on August 1

A Yellow alert has been issued for remaining five districts, Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha and Kottayam, where isolated heavy rainfall is likely.

Storage increases by 2 per cent in Idukki reservoir

According to data from the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) Dam Safety Wing, the water level in the dam reached 2,330.90 feet (31% capacity) on Friday, compared to 2,375.98 feet (70% capacity) on the same day last year.

Kerala rain havoc: 2 dead, several feared trapped as landslides, floods batter state

Incessant heavy rainfall triggered landslides and flash floods across central Kerala on Saturday. At least two people died, and several others are feared trapped under debris. The worst-hit district was Idukki, where landslides claimed two lives in separate incidents. Rescue operations are underway in multiple districts, with authorities issuing red alerts for several areas. Schools have declared holidays, and people in vulnerable areas are advised to remain alert.

Revenue Minister says Kerala prepared, situation under control despite rain havoc

Revenue Minister says Kerala prepared, situation under control despite rain havoc

Heavy rain hits eastern parts of Ernakulam, DTPC shuts tourist spots

District Disaster Management Authority has advised those staying along the Muvattupuzha and Thodupuzha rivers to stay safe as water level in both the rivers have surpassed the dangerous mark

Heavy rain triggers evacuation of several families in Kozhikode rural area

Engapuzha town was inundated after river water entered the area following heavy downpour on Saturday, August 1; traders in the area claimed a huge loss as they could not shift the stored items on time

Red alert, rising rivers and gridlocked roads, as heavy monsoon rain batters Thrissur

Blue alert issued at Peringalkuthu Dam, city reels under flooding and traffic chaos as authorities urge residents to stay indoors

Traffic curbs imposed on Thamarassery Ghat Pass amid heavy rainfall and landslip risks

Eco-tourism spots and water tourism destinations shut in Kozhikode district following the orders from the DIstrict Disaster Management Authority on Saturday.

Amid heavy rain in Kerala, Minister K. Muraleedharan urges preparedness for health emergencies

With concerns over water-borne diseases and the health of vulnerable populations, the Health Department is implementing comprehensive measures to mitigate risks and maintain essential healthcare services during the crisis.

Kerala floods 2026: Pathanamthitta reels under floods as torrential rain pounds district

Ranni emerged as the worst-affected area, with the town virtually cut off after floodwaters submerged key approach roads, including the Ranni-Vadasserikkara road, bringing traffic to a standstill. The town remained under two to two-and-a-half feet of water through the day

Amid heavy rain, water level in Kerala’s Idukki reservoir rises by over 6 ft in a single day

KSEB dam safety official says the catchment area recorded 154.4 mm of rainfall over the last 24 hours; shutters of Malankara, Pambla, Kallar, and Kallarkutty dams opened

Kerala floods 2026: cloudburst-like event exposes gaps in State’s weather forecasting, disaster preparedness

While the IMD failed to issue a red alert in advance despite the impending extreme rainfall event, the State disaster management authorities failed to recognise the unfolding crisis in the ghat regions due to the absence of timely warnings

Heavy rain hits Kerala’s Malappuram, relief camps opened

A review meeting chaired by District Collector Vinay Goyal assessed the rain situation and instructed departments to complete emergency preparations

Heavy rain in Kerala: SET exam postponed

Heavy rain batters Kerala’s Wayanad, forcing evacuations

Fifteen relief camps were opened across the district, and 461 people from 169 families in Vythiri, Mananthavady and Sulthan Bathery taluks have been shifted to the camps

Heavy rain triggers landslips in Kasaragod

6 killed in Kerala as heavy rain triggers landslides, floods; IMD issues red alert

Heavy rains lashed Kerala on Saturday, causing landslides and widespread flooding. Six people died in rain-related incidents, with several others rescued from affected areas. Authorities launched large-scale rescue and evacuation operations, setting up numerous relief camps for displaced residents. Landslides and flooding disrupted traffic and damaged many houses across several districts. The India Meteorological Department issued red and orange alerts for multiple districts forecasting heavy rainfall.

Kerala Floods 2026: Heavy rain disrupts life in Palakkad; dams opened, tourist spots shut

8 dead as heavy rain wreaks havoc, triggers landslides, floods across Kerala

Kerala faces severe rain and flooding, resulting in at least eight fatalities. Landslides and inundation have caused widespread damage across several districts. Rescue operations are underway for stranded residents and missing fishermen. Authorities have opened relief camps and issued alerts for continuing rainfall. Tourist destinations remain temporarily closed due to the ongoing adverse weather conditions.

Why fishers in Kerala ignore dire warnings and venture into sea

For many fisher families, heightened risk at sea remains secondary to the immediate threat of starvation on land. Government issues ‘stay-at-home’ directives in extreme weather conditions, but no minimum wages or guaranteed compensation is offered, leaving the fishers shorn of livelihood, say their union leaders

Trawling ban end fails to cheer fishers as adverse weather spoils their plans

The IMD had warned fishers against venturing out into the sea off Kerala, Karnataka, and Lakshadweep in view of possible gusty winds and inclement weather

Kerala heavy rains highlights: Eight killed as heavy rain triggers floods across Kerala

A red alert has been issued for eight districts in Kerala, while an orange alert has been issued in three districts and Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and Alappuzha have been placed under a yellow alert

Kerala braces for the possibility of heavy rains on August 2

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for 12 districts; it has warned of heavy rains and the possibility of flash floods, mudslides, and road and neighbourhood inundation in Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasargod districts.

8 dead, 8 missing in Kerala as major towns flooded after rain

More than 5,700 people have been shifted to relief camps as floodwaters continue to inundate several towns despite reduced rainfall.

Moderate heavy rain continues in Kerala; CM to chair emergency meeting

A flash flood warning has been issued for Pathanamthitta, where intense rainfall was recorded over the past couple of days

Kerala rains: Kozhikode on high alert as Kakkayam reservoir nears maximum level

​The reservoir, which forms a part of the Kuttiyadi Hydroelectric Project, continues to experience tremendous inflow

Kerala rains: Overnight rain swells rivers, heightens flood threat in central Travancore

Kerala rains: Heavy rainfall continues in Idukki, dam water levels rise

Isolated incidents of mudslides and fallen trees reported across the district

Rain triggers landslip at Panakkad in Kerala’s Malappuram; highway blocked

A hill in the area had been shedding loose soil since Sunday morning, prompting authorities to close the highway before the slope gave way. Earth, rocks and trees tumbled onto the road and into the swollen Kadalundipuzha on the other side

Kerala rains: Shutters of Kanjirapuzha dam in Palakkad to be raised

Kerala rains: Water level of major rivers in Ernakulam crosses warning mark

District administration issues alert to people living along Muvattupuzha, Thodupuzha and Kaliyar rivers as water levels continued to rise

Kerala Health Min accuses Oppn of politicising disaster, rejects charges over relief measures

Kerala Health Min accuses Oppn of politicising disaster, rejects charges over relief measures

Kerala rains: 92% of power connection restored after monsoon damage, says Minister Sunny Joseph

Minister says 2,892 transformers were damaged during the rains. Following the receding of floodwater, 2,600 transformers have been repaired and re-energised, while restoration of 1,872 damaged electric poles is progressing

Kerala rains: CM Satheesan announces emergency preparations in Pathanamthitta to tackle flood situation

CM claims delay in receiving timely forecasts from IMD created difficulties during initial hours of extreme rainfall as Kerala relies primarily on agency forecasts to monitor weather conditions

One dead, two missing so far as heavy rain continues to batter Kerala’s Kannur

521 people shifted to eight relief camps as on Monday. Five landslips reported so far in Kannur district

Coastal erosion washed away road, threatens hundreds of homes in Kasaragod in Kerala

The sea has advanced nearly 100 metres inland at Kavugoli, completely destroying the Cherangai-Kavungoli coastal road

Kerala rains highlights | Death toll reaches 15, seven remain missing, says CM V.D. Satheesan

Though rain intensity has subsided, moderate heavy rain continues to affect Kerala. IMD issued a yellow alert for the entire State on Monday

Flash floods have crippled Kerala’s trading sector, says merchant body

Many firms may be forced to shut down unless the government steps in with effective intervention, says P. Niazar, president of the Kerala Merchants’ Chamber of Commerce

Kerala rains 2026: festive bustle makes way for eerie silence in Ranni

Half-open shutters, heaps of mud, waterlogged furniture and ruined merchandise stand as grim reminders of the flash flood that ripped through the town

Kerala floods 2026: rain fury grips Pathanamthitta for third day, rescue teams step up operations

Low-lying regions in upper Kuttanad, including parts of Thiruvalla and Aranmula, remain under water; as many as 5,940 people are currently sheltered in relief camps across the district

Orange alert issued for Kerala’s Palakkad district on Tuesday

Heavy rain continued to lash the district on Monday

Kerala floods 2026: death toll climbs to 18 even as rain intensity abates

CM Satheesan says the situation in most districts is now under control following a decline in rainfall. Eighteen people lost their lives in rain-related incidents, while three others remain missing, according to official figures.

Kerala rains: heavy rain continues to batter district

A total of 964 people from 365 families remain in 32 relief camps in Kozhikode as heavy rain continues and schools remain shut for a second day; more than a dozen relief camps have closed in Wayanad after many displaced families returned home, leaving 584 people in 14 camps

Holiday declared in Malappuram

Holiday declared in Kannur

Search continues for two missing in Kannur

Rain eases, but swollen rivers keep flood-prone areas in Ernakulam district on alert

A total of 110 people remained in relief camps across the district on Monday following heavy downpours over the past few days. Eight camps remained active in the district—four in Muvattupuzha taluk and two each in Kunnathunad and Kothamangalam—while four had been closed.

Amid a flood of holiday demands, Collectors weather an online storm

As online demands and criticism over rain holidays mount, District Collectors say decisions are guided by weather data and field reports—not social media pressure; school closures during orange, yellow alerts depend on local assessments, they say

Kerala rains: Rainfall eases in Malappuram, Palakkad but authorities maintain alert

Though water levels in the Bharathapuzha, Kadalundipuzha, Chaliyar and Kunthipuzha rivers began to recede, authorities have urged people living in hilly areas and along riverbanks to remain vigilant

Kerala govt to set up pilot disaster resilience system in Pathanamthitta, says V.D. Satheesan

CM reviews flood relief operations in the district, says system to comprise a denser network of rain gauges and advanced early warning mechanism; confirms reports of a major landslide and several minor landslips inside forest areas

Clear weather prevails in north Kerala, water-logging continues in Kozhikode

Red alert issued in Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod, and Wayanad

Kerala rains: Kozhikode police issue alert over landslides, flooding and dam releases

Patrolling and surveillance strengthened in low-lying areas, riverbanks, waterlogged roads, bridges, beaches, tourist spots, and areas prone to landslide; public urged to adhere strictly to safety guidelines

KAU warns farmers of rising crop disease risk amid heavy rains

University urges immediate drainage measures and timely disease prevention to protect paddy, banana, spices and vegetable crops from prolonged monsoon damage

Holiday for educational institutions in Wayanad on August 5

Rough seas: Fishers in Kerala’s Kollam instructed to stay ashore till Aug. 8

Brief respite from downpour in Kozhikode, orange alert on August 5

The district also reported the second rain-related death in this season on August 4 when Suhail, 38, of Peruvayal, who had been undergoing treatment after he fell into the floodwaters on August 1, died.

Kerala rains 2026: Floodwaters breach new areas in Kottayam and Pathanamthitta

Floodwater has been spreading to more areas of Upper Kuttanad

Heavy rains lash Kerala: 25 dead, 4 missing, 10 injured; ‘red alert’ in 8 districts

The government said 52 houses were destroyed and 565 homes were partially damaged between August 1 and August 4.

Kerala rain surplus hits 181% as August monsoon drenches every district

Kerala rain surplus hits 181% as August monsoon drenches every district

Kerala rains 2026: Death toll in rain-related incidents rises to 25

Although the intensity of the rain subsided, a fresh heavy spell likely this weekend

Ernakulam steps up emergency measures after red alert

Lack of long-term plans to mitigate rain-induced calamities worrying for Kerala

CM blames IMD for delay in relaying weather forecast. However, experts point out that IMD’s 125-year rainfall dataset, covering 110 weather stations across Kerala from 1901 to 2025, has shed enough light on the State’s most vulnerable regions during monsoon and the government need not wait for weather alerts before initiating preparedness measures

Kerala rain havoc: Govt announces ₹8-lakh aid for kin of each deceased

Death toll from rain-related incidents rises to 26; four still missing, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

Kerala floods worsen as heavy rain continues, schools shut in 10 districts

Kerala floods worsen as heavy rain continues, schools shut in 10 districts

Kerala plans AI-backed disaster system tailored to sudden weather shifts

Kerala plans AI-backed disaster system tailored to sudden weather shifts

Kerala rains 2026: researchers call for redrawing disaster management strategy amidst increasing extreme rainfall events

Studies have shown that mesoscale cloudbursts occurring under favourable ocean-atmospheric conditions may leave a vast area of Kerala vulnerable to flash floods and landslides, anytime during the monsoon season, says expert

High wave alert issued for Alappad-Edava coast in Kerala’s Kollam

Kerala rains 2026: orange alert for seven districts on August 6

IMD issues an orange alert for seven districts — Kasaragod, Kannur, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kottayam, Pathanamthitta, and Alappuzha — on August 6. Remaining seven districts remain under a yellow alert for isolated heavy rain.

Kerala rain 2026: Rain eases in Thrissur, relief camps continue

Five relief camps shelter 59 people; Poringalkuthu dam maintains crest level discharge while three families near Puthur Zoological Park are shifted over landslip risk

Rain eases, normalcy returns in Ernakulam

Water levels in the Muvattupuzha, Thodupuzha and Kaliyar rivers remain below warning levels; affected areas witness no major rain-related trouble

Floodwaters recede in parts of central Kerala; IMD sounds orange alert in five districts

But flooding continues in Upper Kuttanad and Kuttanad regions of Alappuzha district, though water levels have begun to decline gradually, say officials

More rain to batter Kerala after deadly floods, red alert sounded in 3 districts

More rain to batter Kerala after deadly floods, red alert sounded in 3 districts

Relief effort for flood-affected people in Kerala

Clean-up gathers pace as floodwaters recede across Kottayam, Pathanamthitta

As many as 12,063 people are sheltered in 139 relief camps in Kottayam. In Pathanamthitta, 10,570 people from 3,331 families are being accommodated in 142 relief camps

Orange alert for eight districts in Kerala on August 7, 2026

Panakkad landslip: traffic reopening put off to Friday amid rain alert

Officials say the road is motorable. However, experts warn that the slope can become unstable if heavy rain continues as the waterlogged soil may lose strength

Authorities review emergency preparedness as rain continues in Ernakulam

Coordination among various departments and agencies has been stepped up, considering lessons learnt from the massive floods in 2018, says Aluva MLA

Heavy rain continues in Kerala, red alert for four districts on August 7

Red alert has been sounded for Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts for the day, while orange alert has been issued for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Idukki districts

Kerala govt. empowers District Collectors to tackle monsoon disasters

Chief Secretary Bishwanath Sinha directs all District Collectors to immediately exercise powers available to them under Sections 34 and 50 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, to ensure a rapid and unhindered response to ongoing monsoon-related crisis

Heavy rain to continue; orange alert for seven districts on August 8

Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts have been put on orange alert

Fresh landslip hits Udayagiri in Kannur; families shifted to relief camps as red alert remains

Isolated heavy rainfall likely to continue on Saturday; people living in landslide-prone areas and along hill slopes urged to remain vigilant and follow evacuation instructions

Kabini dam: Fresh flood alert issued as rains intensify in Kerala

Inflow into the Kabini dam in Mysuru district has gone up yet again as incessant rains lashed its catchment areas in Kerala

Relief camps shut in Kerala’s Ernakulam as rain situation eases

The eastern parts of Ernakulam district received only light spells of rain on Friday

Isolated heavy rainfall likely in northern districts of Kerala on August 9

The IMD has issued an alert stating that strong surface winds with speed occasionally touching 40-50 kmph were likely to prevail over Kerala and the Lakshadweep islands till August 9

Flooding in Kerala’s Kuttanad triggers political controversy

Controversy comes to a head on Saturday when a ministerial team comprising Excise Minister and Agriculture Minister visit the flood ravaged region

Parliamentary panel flags critical gaps in Kerala’s disaster management framework

Despite Kerala’s vulnerability to multiple hazards, including floods, landslides, coastal erosion, lightning and cyclonic events, Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs finds that gaps persist in last-mile dissemination of early warnings in landslide-prone and remote areas

Swell waves likely along coast of Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday

Issuing alerts to fishermen and coastal residents, the National Centre for Oceanographic Studies and Research (INCOIS) has informed that, as part of the swell surge, waves ranging in height from 1.0 to 1.6 meters and sea erosion are likely along the coasts from Kappil to Pozhiyur in Thiruvananthapuram district till 11.30 pm on Tuesday

Rain wreaks havoc on Kerala State Electricity Board, causes ₹1.75-cr. loss in Kottayam

IMD forecasts slight revival of monsoon rains in Kerala; yellow alert for 4 districts on August 18

influenced by weather system over Bay of Bengal

Yellow alert for two districts of Keralam on Sept. 10

Keralam braces for northeast monsoon after 28% southwest monsoon deficit

IMD issues orange alert for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki and Ernakulam districts on October 15