First Published Apr 9, 2022, 12:01 AM IST
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Meteorological Department has warned of a possible very heavy rainfall in the state. The Met Department has warned of isolated thundershowers and winds of up to 40 kmph in isolated places in all districts of Kerala in the next few hours. Meanwhile, an Orange Alert has been declared in Pathanamthitta district. Yellow Alert has been issued in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam and Idukki districts today.
Isolated showers are likely to receive 204.4 mm more rain in 24 hours. The Orange Alert will be declared in this area. A yellow alert means 115.5 mm to 204.4 mm of rain in 24 hours. Extreme levels of flood danger were announced in at least two places in the last few days.
Those in areas affected by landslides, mudslides and floods in 2018, 2019 and 2020, as well as those living in areas identified by the Geological Survey of India and the expert committee of the State Disaster Management Authority as hazardous areas or uninhabitable areas, and local bodies and government agencies should complete the hazardous preparations.
Preparations as required by the State Disaster Management Authority Orange Book 2021 to conduct relief camps in the context of Kovid 19 should be completed.
Special instructions to the public
In case of heavy rain warning, it is necessary to co-operate with the authorities in the areas where they have to relocate as per the instructions.
People living in dangerous areas should be cautious as the sea level rise is likely to be strong along different coasts. You have to move around at the required stage. Fishing gear should be kept safe.
Those who live in unsealed houses and those whose houses do not have strong roofs should be prepared to move for safety in the face of warnings in the coming days. Endangered trees / posts / boards in private and public places should be secured and the trees should be pruned. Risks should be brought to the attention of the authorities.
During the transition to relief camps, the COVED must be fully compliant with the standards. Kit preparation instructions are available at https://sdma.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Emergency-Kit.pdf.
In case of heavy rains, do not cross rivers, bathe in rivers or other bodies of water for fishing or any other purpose.
Do not climb over the overpasses to see the view, take selfies or stand in groups.
Those living below the dams should make preparations in anticipation of the possibility of water leaking out of the dams and relocate if necessary as per the instructions of the authorities.
Completely avoid night trekking to hilly areas.
Be aware of the dangers of falling trees and posts in the wind. State Disaster Management Authority’s Precautionary Measures issued by the State Disaster Management Authority are available at https://sdma.kerala.gov.in/windwarning/. Explaining. It is available at https://sdma.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/orangebook_2021.pdf at this link. The alerts may change as the Central Meteorological Department changes the warning. Also check out the Disaster Management Authority’s Facebook and Twitter pages.
Prohibition of fishing
The Central Meteorological Department has warned fishermen not to engage in fishing off the coast of Kerala today (April 08). The coast of Kerala is prone to strong winds and bad winds up to 30-40 kmph and sometimes up to 60 kmph.
Take necessary steps to inform those who are currently engaged in fishing off the coast of Kerala and to inform them that it is advisable to stay off the coast of Karnataka – Lakshadweep.
Do not go to sea until no one withdraws this warning from the coast of Kerala. Karnataka: The Central Meteorological Department has said that fishing in the coastal areas of Lakshadweep is not restricted at present.
Last Updated Apr 9, 2022, 12:01 AM IST