Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:21pm on 02 Aug 2026,Sunday Weather & Environment
Kerala continues to reel under relentless monsoon rains, with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan confirming that eight people have died, 13 were injured, and eight remain missing in rain-related incidents across the state. Torrential rainfall has triggered floods, landslides, and widespread disruption, forcing evacuations and damaging homes, roads, and public infrastructure. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for several districts, warning of extremely heavy rainfall and heightened risk of disasters. Rescue and relief operations are underway, while authorities have urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and strictly follow safety advisories as severe weather persists. (PC: The Hindu)
