Thiruvananthapuram: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that rain and thunderstorms are likely to persist across Kerala due to the influence of a strengthened low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal.

The weather system, which formed over the southwest Bay, has now intensified into a strong low-pressure area and is currently moving north-northwest over the west-central Bay of Bengal. It is expected to shift towards the north-northeast and gradually weaken over the next 24 hours, the IMD stated.

Despite the system's expected weakening, the IMD has predicted continued thundershowers across Kerala until at least Friday, with rainfall likely in all districts. The situation could persist until Sunday in some areas.

An orange alert was issued for Ernakulam on Tuesday night, and various parts of the state witnessed heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued district-specific rain alerts for the next five days. As of the latest bulletin released at 1.00 PM on 9 April 2025, the following yellow alerts have been issued:

  • 09 April 2025: Kozhikode, Wayanad
  • 10 April 2025: Malappuram, Wayanad

These alerts indicate the likelihood of isolated heavy rainfall in the mentioned districts.

Fishermen advisory:
While fishing remains unrestricted along the Kerala coast, the IMD has issued a cautionary alert for fishermen operating in other regions. Dangerous sea conditions are expected in the Gulf of Mannar, the Tamil Nadu coast, the adjoining Kanyakumari coast, the Sri Lankan coastline, and parts of the southwest Bay of Bengal.

Winds in these areas could reach speeds of 45-50 km/h, with gusts up to 55 km/h, and rough sea conditions are likely. Fishing activities are prohibited in these affected zones until conditions stabilise.

The IMD continues to monitor the system and will issue updates accordingly. Residents and local authorities have been urged to remain cautious, especially in regions prone to flooding and lightning strikes.