An overcast sky, intermittent showers and a forecast of extremely heavy rainfall in the next two days led the district administration to stay alert against monsoon havoc in Kozhikode on Tuesday.
According to official sources, Kozhikode received 41.4 mm of rain, Koyilandy 29 mm, and Vadakara 27 mm in 24 hours. There is a possibility of strong winds with a speed of 50 km per hour accompanied by heavy rain in the next few days. Those staying in low-lying areas and places prone to floods and landslip in the coastal belt and upland areas have been told to be vigilant.
Stone quarries will be closed down and excavation will not be allowed until further orders. Local body officials have been told to ensure basic facilities in buildings that are identified as rescue shelters. There is heightened vigil in places that were flooded in 2018 and 2019.
