Heavy Rains in Kerala: Schools Closed in Eight Districts
Due to the continued heavy rains in Kerala, district administrations have ordered the closure of educational institutions in eight districts on Wednesday. The affected districts are:
- Kannur
- Kozhikode
- Wayanad
- Palakkad
- Thrissur
- Idukki
- Alappuzha
- Kottayam
The holiday applies to all educational institutions, including tuition centres, Anganwadis, and professional colleges. Alappuzha district declared the holiday due to persistent heavy rains and waterlogging. District collectors have clarified that there will be no changes to the previously scheduled exams.
The weather department has issued a warning that heavy rains will continue in the state for the next four days. Currently, a red alert has been declared for Kozhikode and Kannur. However, no district is under a red alert for tomorrow. An orange alert has been issued for Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts. A yellow alert has been issued for the Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Palakkad districts for Wednesday.
Earlier on Monday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted heavy rain in several districts of Kerala. The IMD had issued a red alert for Malappuram, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts in Kerala and an orange alert for Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kozhikode, and Wayanad districts. The Regional Meteorological Department had also issued a yellow alert for the Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Idukki districts on Monday due to the possibility of very heavy rain.
The weather department has warned fishermen against going fishing on the Kerala-Karnataka-Lakshadweep coasts. A holiday has also been declared for educational institutions in Malappuram, Kozhikode, Thrissur, Ernakulam, Kannur, Wayanad, and Kasargod on Monday. However, colleges in Kasargod will remain open.
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Kerala -: Kerala is a state in the southern part of India. It is known for its beautiful backwaters, beaches, and rich culture.
Kannur -: Kannur is a district in the northern part of Kerala. It is known for its historical significance and beautiful landscapes.
Kozhikode -: Kozhikode, also known as Calicut, is a city and district in Kerala. It is famous for its historical port and delicious food.
Wayanad -: Wayanad is a district in Kerala known for its scenic beauty, wildlife sanctuaries, and spice plantations.
Palakkad -: Palakkad is a district in Kerala known for its paddy fields, mountains, and the Palakkad Fort.
Thrissur -: Thrissur is a district in Kerala known for its cultural festivals, especially the Thrissur Pooram, and temples.
Idukki -: Idukki is a district in Kerala known for its hilly terrain, tea plantations, and the Idukki Dam.
Alappuzha -: Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is a district in Kerala famous for its backwaters and houseboat cruises.
Kottayam -: Kottayam is a district in Kerala known for its rubber plantations, lakes, and the famous Vaikom Mahadeva Temple.
Weather department -: The weather department is a government agency that predicts weather conditions and issues alerts to keep people safe.
Red alert -: A red alert is a warning issued by the weather department indicating very severe weather conditions that can be dangerous.
Fishermen -: Fishermen are people who catch fish for a living. They often go out to sea in boats to catch fish.
