Kerala Braces for Heavy Rainfall with Red Alerts in Multiple Districts

The India Meteorological Department forecasts extremely heavy rain and issues travel and mining bans in hilly areas to ensure public safety.

Red alerts are in effect for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Idukki districts for May 19 and 20.
Orange alerts have been issued for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, and Ernakulam.
Authorities have imposed night travel and mining bans in affected districts to prevent accidents.
Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds are expected in various regions.
The southwest monsoon is predicted to arrive in Kerala by May 31.