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Kozhikode waterlogging persists despite clearer weather in Kerala
The Hindu··4 Aug
Clear and sunny weather returned to most of north Kerala on Tuesday morning even as the IMD issued a red alert for Kozhikode, Kannur, Wayanad and Kasaragod, and an orange alert for Malappuram and Palakkad. Water-logging continued in low-lying Kozhikode areas including Mavoor and Parambil Kadavu, while water levels were receding in Kannur. Schools remained closed for a second day.
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What It Means For You
- Residents of Kozhikode, Kannur, Wayanad and Kasaragod should stay alert to the newly issued red alert despite the morning's clear skies.
- Families in relief camps or low-lying areas like Mavoor can expect gradual improvement, with a wetter Wednesday giving way to lighter rain later.
- Travelers and students in these districts should confirm school and transport status daily, since alerts have shifted rapidly this week.
What's Happening
- North Kerala saw clear weather Tuesday morning, but the IMD issued a red alert for four districts by afternoon.
- Water-logging continues in low-lying parts of Kozhikode, while water levels are receding in Kannur district.
- More than 900 people remain in 32 relief camps across Kozhikode, and schools stayed shut for a second day.
Why Kerala's Rain Alerts Keep Flipping Within Hours
- Kerala has experienced a swinging pattern this monsoon, with clear mornings often followed by sudden red or orange alerts.
- The state government is piloting a disaster resilience system in Pathanamthitta to better manage this kind of rapid weather shift.
- A significant lull is forecast for Wednesday, potentially easing pressure on relief camps before the next spell of rain.
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