Heavy rains and high-speed winds wreaked havoc in the capital city and its suburbs on Thursday, disrupting traffic and causing significant damage. Early monsoons led to fallen trees and branches across major roads, particularly affecting areas like Ulloor, Kowdiar, Kadakkavoor, and Kazhakuttam.
In Ulloor and Kowdiar, tree branches collapsed onto parked vehicles. More alarmingly, in Kattakada, a tree fell onto a moving KSRTC bus, injuring eleven passengers, including the bus conductor. The incident highlights the urgent need for improved infrastructure to withstand harsh weather conditions.
Train services along the Kollam-Thiruvananthapuram route faced considerable delays as trees obstructed the tracks in both Kazhakuttam and Kadakkavoor. Although crews worked swiftly to clear these obstructions, full restoration of services was hindered by ongoing repairs to overhead traction power lines. Over ten trains remained stranded for hours, leaving commuters frustrated and seeking alternative travel arrangements.
Compounding the transportation troubles, the Kerala State Electricity Board reported multiple power outages throughout the district. Fire and rescue personnel from local stations tirelessly responded throughout Thursday evening and into the night, addressing the aftermath of the storm by clearing roads and restoring power.
As a protective measure, the district administration established two relief camps, transferring eleven individuals affected by the storm. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed, and local officials are urging residents to exercise caution while travel remains hazardous.
With more rain forecasted in the coming days, city officials are on alert, preparing to address potential future disruptions. The resilience of the local community and the prompt response from emergency services will be critical as they navigate through the early monsoon challenges this season.
As we continue to monitor the situation, authorities stress the importance of staying updated through official channels for any travel advisories or additional safety measures. Residents are encouraged to stay home if possible, allowing emergency crews to perform their duties and mitigate further risks.
This situation serves as a reminder of the increasing severity of monsoon seasons, urging a broader conversation about infrastructure resilience in the face of climate change and unpredictable weather patterns. The community’s safety remains the top priority as efforts to rebuild and restore normalcy progress.
Stay tuned for more updates as the situation develops in the capital and surrounding areas.
Original Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/heavy-rain-gusty-winds-wreak-havoc-in-capital/article69635032.ece
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Publish Date: 2025-05-29 23:06:00
