Heavy rain continued to wreak havoc across Kerala, with Chief Minister VD Satheesan on Sunday confirming that eight people have lost their lives, eight others remain missing and 13 have been injured in rain-related incidents across the state.
According to a statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office, torrential rain on Saturday triggered landslides, flooding and extensive damage to homes and infrastructure in several districts.
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The state government said 27 houses were completely destroyed, while another 196 sustained partial damage. As a precautionary measure, 5,792 people have been evacuated and accommodated in 209 relief camps set up across Kerala.
Expressing condolences to the families of the victims, Satheesan assured that the government would provide all necessary assistance to those who lost their loved ones, homes and means of livelihood.
Although rainfall has eased since Saturday, the Chief Minister urged residents, particularly those living in hilly and landslide-prone regions, to remain alert and follow official advisories.
He also said elected representatives, government officials and volunteers have been actively involved in rescue and relief operations. Satheesan added that he is in constant contact with Revenue Minister AP Anilkumar, other ministers assigned to various districts and local authorities to closely monitor the evolving situation and coordinate relief efforts.
The Chief Minister further announced that cleaning and restoration work has begun in flood-affected and waterlogged areas. He appealed to workers and volunteers from political parties and social organisations to join the ongoing cleanup drive and support rehabilitation efforts.
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