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Keralam Braces for Heavy Rains: IMD Predicts Relief from Sep 20-24 Amid Power Cuts
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News18•20-09-2026, 16:00
Keralam Braces for Heavy Rains: IMD Predicts Relief from Sep 20-24 Amid Power Cuts
- •The IMD forecasts heavy rains in parts of Keralam from September 20-24, offering relief from rising temperatures and power cuts.
- •Thunderstorms are also possible at isolated locations in Keralam from September 20-21.
- •A yellow alert has been issued for seven districts, indicating heavy rainfall between 64 mm and 115 mm.
- •Keralam has experienced a weak monsoon this year, with a 28% rainfall deficit from June 1 to September 17.
- •The lack of rain has led to increased electricity consumption and frequent power outages across the state.
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The India Meteorological Department predicted heavy rains in some parts of Keralam over a four-day period from September 20 to 24. Additionally, there is a possibility of thunderstorms at isolated places across the state from September 20 to 21.
The IMD issued a yellow alert in seven districts of Keralam for the day. A yellow alert indicates heavy rainfall ranging between 64 mm and 115 mm.
Keralam experienced a weak monsoon this year with a rainfall deficit of 28 percent from June 1 to September 17. This lack of proper rainfall led to rising temperatures, increased electricity consumption, and frequent power cuts.
