- By Surarika Das
- Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:38 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
- 15 people dead, 7 missing due to Kerala monsoon rains.
- .Schools and colleges shut in 11 districts as precaution.
- IMD forecasts more heavy rain; dam shutter opened.
At least 15 people have died and seven remain missing in Kerala amid the incessant rainfall over the past few days that devastated thousands of lives. While three deaths have occurred in the Kottayam district, two lost their lives in Ernakulam. Idukki and Muvattupuzha recorded one death each, respectively.
Two people died in Kollam, four in Malappuram, one in Kannur, and one in Kozhikode. The extreme weather conditions have devastated the lives of many people in the state. Two people are missing in Kollam, two in Kannur, one in Malappuram, and one each in Idukki and Muvattupuzha, Kerala CM VD Satheesan said.
During the early hours of Monday, nearly 316 relief camps were functioning in Malappuram, state, providing shelter to Muvattupuzha, Kerala, and the chief minister told a press conference after reviewing the flood situation in the state with top officials. Authorities had advised fishermen not to venture into the Kerala-Karnataka-Lakshadweep coast on August 2 and 3 due to the likelihood of strong winds of up to 60 kmph and rough sea conditions.
What Did the IMD Say?
The India Meteorological Department on Monday forecasted heavy rains in the state on August 3 and 6, accompanied by strong winds with speeds of 40-50 kmph. Three weather stations recorded more than 100 mm of rain between 8.30 am on August 2 and 5.30 am on August 3. Venkurinji in Pathanamthitta recorded the highest rainfall at 104.5 mm, followed by Udumbannoor (103 mm) and Cheruthoni (101.5 mm) in Idukki district.
Several regions have received heavy rainfall including, Laha in Pathanamthitta (87 mm), Thycattussery in Alappuzha (80 mm), Neriamangalam in Ernakulam (75 mm), Ulanadu in Pathanamthitta (74.5 mm), Mattancherry in Ernakulam (71 mm), Ranni Chethackal in Pathanamthitta (65.5 mm), Vadavathoor in Kottayam (64 mm), Palluruthy in Ernakulam (63 mm) and Munakkal in Thrissur (62 mm).
In Pathanamthitta, where authorities warned of a possible rise in water levels in the Pampa and Kakkattar rivers. Kerala Tourism Minister P C Vishnunadh is camping in the district and overseeing disaster management and relief operations.
Kerala Tourism Minister P. C. Vishnunadh said that incessant rainfall in the Sabarimala region may have led to water levels rising in Ranni and surrounding areas. The tourism minister reviewed the situation at Kozhencherry along with Aranmula MLA Abin Varkey, government officials, and other elected representatives.
Meanwhile, one shutter of the Moozhiyar reservoir in Pathanamthitta was opened by 15 cm after the dam officials alerted the alert status. Authorities advised residents living along the banks of the Kakkattar and Pampa rivers to remain cautious and follow safety instructions.
Schools Closed Amidst Rainfall
Schools and colleges across 11 Kerala districts remain shut on Monday, as heavy rain continues to brace the state. District collectors ordered the closures as a precaution, with the India Meteorological Department warning of more rain ahead. According to the Matrubhumi report, ten districts have declared full closures for educational institutions, while Alappuzha has opted for a partial holiday, limited to relief camps and two flood-hit taluks.