Kerala's Rainy Reckoning: IMD's Orange Alert Calls for Vigilance

The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert in Kerala's Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha districts due to anticipated heavy rain. Residents in vulnerable areas are warned to stay alert, relocate if necessary, and ensure relief operations are in place. Precautions are advised against hazardous travel and activities near water bodies.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Thiruvananthapuram | Updated: 17-05-2026 16:32 IST | Created: 17-05-2026 16:32 IST

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In a significant weather development, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Kerala's Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha districts, where heavy rainfall is expected.

The alert, predicting up to 204.4 mm of rain in 24 hours, comes as the IMD also declared a yellow alert in several other districts, warning of potential heavy rain impact.

Authorities urge residents in landslide and flood-prone areas to relocate, cautioning against unnecessary travel and activities around water bodies, while ensuring safety measures are in place ahead of the anticipated deluge.

(With inputs from agencies.)