It has been a few days since different parts of Kerala are witnessing heavy rainfall. From Kochi to Thiruvananthapuram to Idukki, incessant rainfall has created havoc across Kerala. Social media users are taking to different platforms to share glimpses of the present weather updates. From waterlogging to flood-like situations, let’s take a look at conditions in Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, and other places in Kerala.
Rainfall Updates Of Kochi And Thiruvananthapuram
Rahul R (@rahool360) took to the X platform to share pictures and videos of different areas of Kochi getting drenched because of rainfall.
Full on #rain wherever I went today in the city…good weather to sleep..wish this happened yesterday morning… 😋 #kochi pic.twitter.com/yBrfRKiR3b
— Rahul R (@rahool360) May 20, 2024
Both these cities in Kerala received continuous massive downpours in the past couple of days. Rainfall at a stretch has now led to a massive problem for residents as many roads are flooding badly. With waterlogging in many areas, water is seeping into houses as well.
Taking to X, ರವಿ ಕೀರ್ತಿ ಗೌಡ (@ravikeerthi22) shared an update on the weather on Sunday.
As if 6:15 AM , Kochi Radar showing intense rain band in North Kodagu 😍🌧️🌧️☔️#KodaguRains #KarnatakaRains pic.twitter.com/WG4rb6luSS
— ರವಿ ಕೀರ್ತಿ ಗೌಡ (@ravikeerthi22) May 19, 2024
Kundannoor and Vyttila roads are waterlogged horribly, according to a report by Onmanorama. Houses and shops located in the low areas of Thiruvananthapuram are currently in bad condition.
Vishnu K Sajeev (@vishnu_ksajeev) shared a snippet of the aftermath of heavy rainfall at the Edappally Junction.
Edappally Junction after today’s rain. Road expansion work going on and it’s a complete mess for the time being.#Edappally #Kochi #KochiMetro #Kerala #Rain pic.twitter.com/QL1o2Q5B7o
— Vishnu K Sajeev (@vishnu_ksajeev) May 15, 2024
This picture shows the consequences of heavy rain near a road construction area. With rainwater and an under-construction situation, the situation turned quite messy and unpleasant to walk by. The scary part is that Kochi’s weather forecast predicts massive downpours for the upcoming few days.
Also read: From Kerala Rains To West Bengal Thunderstorms, Here Are Weather Updates From Major Indian States
What About The Other Places Of Kerala?
Abhijit Modak (कोकण हवामान)🌞🌦️⛈️ (@meet_abhijit) shared updates about Kerala.
Going by live conditions #SWM2024 has touched S #Kerala till #Thiruvananthapuram with 88mm #Rainfall today
As radar showing #Westerlies depth
But due to evolving Bay system it is dicey & westerlies may again get push south. So time being it can be label as pseudo onset ! pic.twitter.com/yFr5JBYuYU
— Abhijit Modak (कोकण हवामान)🌞🌦️⛈️ (@meet_abhijit) May 20, 2024
A red alert has been issued for Idukki, Kottayam, and Pathanamthitta for May 19 and 20, according to a report by The Hindu. An orange alert has been issued for the Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Kollam, and Thiruvananthapuram districts on May 19 and 20. Districts on orange alert are likely to witness extreme rainfall.
Most parts of Kerala continue to receive rainfall in different intensities. According to a report by Hindustan Times, the Idukki District Collector totally banned people from travelling in the hilly regions at night from Sunday.
Weather predictions state rainfall for the next few days in several parts of Kerala. Stay safe!
Cover Image Courtesy: X/ Vishnu K Sajeev (@vishnu_ksajeev), X/ Rahul R (@rahool360)
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