NEW DELHI, Oct 17 (NNN-PTI) – At least 10 people were killed yesterday, after heavy rains triggered flooding and landslides in the southern Indian state of Kerala, local media reports.
The landslides and flooding occurred in Idukki and Kottayam districts.
A local newspaper, Hindustan Times, said that, 18 people were also feared missing.
Meteorological department officials predicted heavy to very heavy rain until today, following which authorities issued a red alert in five districts and an orange alert in seven others.
Reports said, on the local government’s request, the army, navy and air force have stepped in to help the civil administration handle the situation. Helicopters have also been kept on standby.
Heavy rains yesterday lashed several parts of the state and the downpour inundated several areas and caused waterlogging of roads and streets.
The government has urged people to remain vigilant and strictly follow instructions given by the government.– NNN-PTI
