In Kerala, heavy rainfall that was continuing for the past few days has weakened today. However, the after effects of the heavy rainfall are continuing. Huge destruction of agriculture and property have been reported from almost all districts in the state.
As per information received, there has been slight respite in rain today in the worst affected Idukki, Palalkkad, Alapuzha and Kasargode districts of Kerala. The initial estimate says that in Palakkad there are widespread damage of crops worth 3 crore ruppes and almost 600 hectares of rice cultivation is distroyed. Efforts are ongoing in re establishing the damaged road connectivity and electricity in the tribal hamlets of Attapady region. Relief camps are opened in the area.
In Alapuzha all the agriculture land continue to be submerged and the damage is still not estimated. There is high alert in high range areas of Idukki as strong wind is blowing in the areas, alarming further landslides. Strong water flow is continuing in major dams across the state. Authorities says that as most of the low laying areas is submerged in water necessary precautionary measures are taken to avoid causalities.
