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Kerala Anticipates Increased Rainfall Ahead of Monsoon Surge
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 11:17 AM
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Meteorological authorities predict a rise in rainfall across Kerala as the monsoon approaches, potentially leading to heavier showers in coastal and highland regions.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast indicating an uptick in rainfall across Kerala as the southwest monsoon intensifies.
The agency projects that average rainfall could rise by 20-30% in coastal districts such as Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam, while high‑land areas like Wayanad may see even heavier showers.
Authorities advise farmers to prepare for potential flooding in low‑lying paddy fields and for commuters to stay alert to possible road closures.
The forecast comes as the state has already experienced sporadic heavy downpours, prompting local governments to activate emergency response plans.
The agency projects that average rainfall could rise by 20-30% in coastal districts such as Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam, while high‑land areas like Wayanad may see even heavier showers.
Authorities advise farmers to prepare for potential flooding in low‑lying paddy fields and for commuters to stay alert to possible road closures.
The forecast comes as the state has already experienced sporadic heavy downpours, prompting local governments to activate emergency response plans.