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Kerala Issues Yellow Rain Alert Ahead of Onam Festivities

A strengthening low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal may bring heavy rain to Kerala during the Onam holiday.

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Key Points

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Rain forecast for August 25‑26 during Onam celebrations.

Yellow alert covers Kasaragod, Kannur, Thrissur, Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam and Ernakulam.

No rain warning issued for Thiruvonam yet.

Fishing ban imposed along Kerala and Lakshadweep coasts.

Waves expected up to 1.3 metres; beach visits discouraged.

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The India Weather Service has issued a yellow alert for eight districts, advising caution but no immediate danger.

The main day of Onam, Thiruvonam, currently has no specific rain warning.

A fishing ban has been placed along the coast, and boats are asked to stay anchored due to strong winds and possible waves.

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5 words

Onam

a traditional Indian festival celebrated with feasts, games, and cultural events

yellow alert

a warning indicating a moderate risk of rain or storms

low-pressure area

a region in the atmosphere where air pressure is lower, often leading to cloud formation and precipitation

coastal inundation

temporary flooding of land near the sea caused by high waves or rising water levels

Kallakkadal

a local term referring to a sea surge or unusually high waves

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