Kerala experienced heavy and continuous rainfall accompanied by strong winds, disrupting normal life across the state.
The city of Kochi and adjacent areas witnessed submerged roads and waterlogging due to the incessant downpour, making it difficult for people to move around.
Roads in Kochi and nearby regions were flooded, causing traffic congestion and forcing vehicles to move slowly on highways.
Areas like Kakkanad-Infopark and Aluva-Edappally were severely affected by waterlogging, affecting normal activities in these regions.
Heavy rains also affected rural areas, including the capital district of Thiruvananthapuram, where trees were uprooted and streams overflowed, causing damage to properties.
In Neyyattinkara, a house was damaged by an uprooted tree during the heavy rainfall and winds. Similarly, a portion of a hill collapsed in Varkala due to the downpour.
The eco-tourism centre in Ponmudi hill station was closed due to adverse weather conditions, affecting tourism activities in the area.
Authorities raised the shutters of Aruvikkara dam in Thiruvananthapuram district due to heavy rains, urging residents in nearby areas to remain vigilant.
High tides and rough seas posed risks to fishing vessels, leading to two reported incidents of boat capsizing off the coasts of Muthalapozhi fishing hamlet. One fisherman lost his life, while three others were rescued.
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