In a weather advisory issued on July 19, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted extremely heavy rainfall across several districts in Kerala. The districts under red alert include Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragode. This warning comes as a precautionary measure due to the anticipated intensity of the weather conditions.
The red alert is not exclusive to Kerala. Other regions such as Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Sikkim, Meghalaya, West Bengal, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu have also been placed under an orange alert for heavy rains. The IMD has urged residents in these regions to stay vigilant and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities.
In the coming days, isolated heavy rainfall is expected in Uttarakhand, Delhi-NCR, and other unspecified regions. The exact impact of this weather event remains to be seen, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
Kerala’s political landscape has been marked by the recent developments within the Communist Party of India (CPI) and its Left Democratic Front (LDFA). This weather alert comes amidst the ongoing political discourse in Kannur district, where significant political figures such as Jayarajan, Thomas, Viswam, and others have been actively participating. The impact of this weather event on Kerala’s political scenario remains to be seen.
As always, residents are advised to stay updated with the latest weather bulletins and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities during this time.
