Kerala rains: Heavy rains are wreaking havoc in Kerala. Five people have died due to heavy rains and landslides in several areas.
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The IMD has clarified that the recent unexpected rains and flash floods in Kerala were not caused by cloudbursts. It was caused by extremely heavy rains falling in a small area in a short period of time.
Torrential rains and landslides have disrupted normal life in Kerala. Flash floods in Nilambur claimed the lives of five tourists. An orange alert has been issued for six districts in the state.
The accident took place on Sunday in Kottakambur and Nilambur in Kerala. The administration has launched rescue operations after receiving the news of the accident.