Heavy Rain Causes School Closures in Thrissur District

In response to heavy rainfall, the district collectors have declared a holiday for educational institutions, including professional colleges, in the Thrissur and Kasargod districts. This decision comes after the Kerala Meteorological Department issued a red alert due to the prevailing weather conditions. Despite having a brief respite in rain today, torrential downpours are expected to resume later in the evening. The district administration has also indicated that this holiday applies to tuition centers and anganwadis, but will not affect previously scheduled examinations or interviews. The Thrissur district continues to be heavily impacted by rain and flooding, prompting the government to take precautionary measures to ensure safety. Reports suggest significant damage has already occurred due to the rains, with incidents of falling trees and flooding reported in multiple locations. The Thrissur district revenue festival is scheduled to take place tomorrow, unaffected by the announced holidays. The administration is currently monitoring the situation closely and has advised caution as storm conditions persist in the areas from Ernakulam to northern limits of Thrissur. As of now, only Thrissur and Kasargod districts have been affected by the holiday announcement, with no similar measures reported in surrounding districts.