Kerala Landslides: Death Toll Reaches 256, Rescue Efforts Ongoing

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:58am on 01 Aug 2024,Thursday India

Death toll rises to 256 in Kerala's Wayanad landslides, with 200 injured and 190 missing. Heavy rains triggered three landslides on Tuesday, affecting Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha villages. Rescue teams, including the Army, Navy, and NDRF, have rescued 1,000 people. Search operations continue with dog squads to locate missing individuals. The Kerala government has deployed emergency services to assist affected areas. Health Minister Veena George reported the latest toll, with efforts focused on rescue and relief operations. The district is working to restore normalcy and provide aid to those affected.

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