Keralam: Heavy rainfall triggers waterlogging in Kottayam; Schools, colleges shut
Kottayam, August 4
Heavy rainfall continues to lash Kottayam, leading to severe waterlogging in several areas, including Kodimatha, Thazhathangadi, and Illikkal.
Shops and houses have been inundated, while schools and colleges remain closed amid the adverse weather conditions.
The Pamba River continues to overflow in Pathanamthitta district. With a Red Alert issued for the catchment area of the Moozhiyar Dam, authorities have warned that the dam may have to be opened at any time if the situation worsens.
Meanwhile, Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan will visit flood-affected Pathanamthitta to review the situation in various regions, including Ranni and Aranmula.
In a post on X, the Keralam Chief Minister said he will tour relief camps across the district to review the provision of basic amenities, interact with displaced families, and oversee disaster management operations on the ground during the visit.
"Heading to Pathanamthitta to directly assess the flood situation in heavy rain-affected areas, including Ranni and Aranmula. Visiting relief camps to review basic amenities, interact with displaced families, and oversee disaster management operations on the ground," he said.
Additionally, CM Satheesan assured that the issue of further financial assistance for flood-affected residents will be formally raised during the upcoming Cabinet meeting.
"Meeting officials across departments to ensure urgent action on waterlogging. Further financial assistance for those affected will be taken up in the upcoming Cabinet meeting," he said.
The Keralam government said it is fully prepared to deal with any emergency situation and urged residents to strictly follow advisories issued by the state government and district administrations.
The government also assured that adequate financial assistance would be provided to the families of those who lost their lives, as well as to people who suffered damage to their homes, crops and livelihoods. It further stated that those injured in rain-related incidents would receive the best possible medical treatment and reiterated its commitment to extending all necessary support to the affected people during the ongoing crisis.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Our hearts go out to all the families affected. The CM's decision to visit the relief camps is a good step. Hope the government provides adequate compensation quickly, especially for farmers who lost their crops. Stay safe, everyone! 🌧️
As someone who grew up in Kerala, it's painful to see the same pattern repeating. We need better urban planning and flood-resistant infrastructure. Building on encroached land and poor drainage design are major issues that need immediate attention.
Pamba river overflowing again is really concerning. The authorities should have been better prepared after the 2018 and 2019 floods. Hope people in low-lying areas have been evacuated properly. Safety first.
It's great to see the state government responding quickly, but we need to question why such disasters keep happening despite all the warnings. Climate change is real, and our coastal cities need better infrastructure to handle these extreme weather events.
Praying for everyone in Pathanamthitta and Kottayam. The authorities must ensure that relief camps have proper sanitation and clean drinking water. Also, timely updates and helplines for people in remote areas are crucial.
The Red Alert for Moozhiyar Dam is alarming
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