THIRUVANANTHAPURAM : As the Southwest Monsoon regains intense momentum across the Indian peninsula, the season's first Low-Pressure Area has officially formed over the Bay of Bengal, positioned closely off the Odisha and West Bengal coasts.

According to Metbeat Weather, this newly developed cyclonic system is poised to significantly escalate precipitation levels across India’s eastern states and down south along the western coast. Kerala is preparing for a severe spell of torrential downpours over the coming days as a direct consequence.

The synergy between this active Bay system and the pre-existing heavy rainfall conditions in Kerala has severely heightened the risk of extreme weather events. The impact will be felt most acutely across the northern districts of the state, where localized atmospheric instability remains high.

Orange Alert Issued for Kasaragod and Kannur

In anticipation of exceptionally heavy downpours, IMD have issued an Orange Alert for the northern districts of Kasaragod and Kannur for tomorrow. Weather models project isolated regions to experience intense deluges ranging from 115.6 mm to 204.4 mm within a swift 24-hour window.

Local administrations in these northern pockets have urged residents living in landslide-prone hilly terrains, riverbanks, and low-lying waterlogged areas to maintain maximum vigilance and prepare for emergency relocations if water levels breach safety marks.

Coastal Trough Amplifies Rain over Northern Kerala

Even prior to the full impact of the Bay of Bengal system, northern Kerala has been enduring persistent downpours driven by a robust offshore Coastal Trough hovering along the Kerala coast. Kasaragod district currently leads the state in seasonal rainfall accumulation, closely followed by heavy totals in Kannur.

The severity of the current active monsoon phase across the region was underscored by a tragic incident in neighboring Mangaluru, Karnataka. A compound wall collapsed onto rented houses amid relentless heavy rain, claiming three lives and leaving three others critically injured.

Systemic Expansion: What to Expect Next

Meteorological indicators suggest that the low-pressure system is highly likely to intensify further over the next 24 hours. While it directly drives widespread rainfall across East and Central India, its indirect interaction with the prevailing moisture-laden monsoon winds over the Arabian Sea will act as a force multiplier for Kerala's weather matrix, sustaining high-intensity spells across the state.

Squalls and Severe Wind Warnings

In addition to heavy downpours, the Metbeat Weather desk warns of sudden, strong squally winds gusting between 40 to 50 km/h, occasionally exceeding these limits during severe convective cloud formations. As isolated thundershowers are expected to accompany the rain, individuals are strictly advised to avoid open areas during lightning strikes.

High-Risk Advisory for Hilly Terrains and Coastal Areas

With terrains already saturated from continuous rainfall, the risk of landslides, landslips, and sudden flash floods (malavellappachil) in the Western Ghats remains critical. Authorities have strictly advised against non-essential travel through hilly routes, urban centers prone to waterlogging, and areas near swelling rivers and streams.

Furthermore, disaster management bodies have placed a strict ban on recreational activities near waterfalls, rivers, and dam reservoirs. Fishermen have been strongly urged to monitor official weather advisories closely before venturing into the sea, as maritime conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly due to rough seas and unpredictable wind patterns.

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