CWC advises continuous monitoring and preparedness
Severe flooding has hit Kerala and Assam due to two cyclonic systems, according to the Central Water Commission which advised continuous monitoring and preparedness for further potential flooding.
The Central Water Commission (CWC) has released its flood situation report, detailing significant rainfall and resulting severe flood conditions in various regions of India, with Kerala and Assam being the most affected.
One cyclone over Arunachal Pradesh, combined with strong winds from the Bay of Bengal, has brought heavy rains to northeastern states like Assam, Meghalaya and Sikkim. Another cyclone off the coast of south Kerala has caused heavy rainfall in Kerala.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted more heavy rains, which are causing rivers in both regions to rise.
Continuous rains for hours caused widespread destruction in the high-range areas of Kottayam and Idukki districts, while intense rains caused severe waterlogging and traffic snarls in the low-lying areas of Thrissur district.
IMD updated its weather warning, placing the central district of Thrissur and northern districts of Malappuram and Kozhikode under red alert on Saturday.
Mizoram landslide toll 29
Aizawl:
The death toll from landslides in Mizoram has risen to 29 after a woman's body was found in the Tlawng River. The disaster struck Aizawl district on Tuesday, causing multiple fatalities, including locals and migrants. Rescue efforts continue for the missing, while the Chief Minister announced Rs4 lakh for each victim's family.