Kerala braces for extreme rainfall under a red alert issued by the IMD due to Cyclone Fengal. Schools are closed, and neighboring states are on orange alert. Meanwhile, the UN’s top court prepares to hear its largest climate change case.
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Cyclone Fengal has triggered torrential rainfall in Kerala, prompting a red alert for several districts. Neighboring states are also on high alert as heavy downpours and potential flooding threaten the region. Authorities urge residents in vulnerable areas to evacuate.
Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Kerala, including near Lulu Mall in Edapally. A viral video on Instagram shows roads submerged in rainwater, causing traffic delays. The video has been viewed over 1.5 million times. While the water level appears to be below knee level, it has nevertheless disrupted traffic flow. The flooding has also affected parking spots adjacent to the mall. Some users on social media have criticized the drainage system, with one sarcastically referring to the Kerala chief minister’s ambitions as “Pinarayi’s New York road.” Despite the flooding, one Reddit user pointed out that the water cleared up within a couple of hours.