Warning issued for high waves in coastal areas of Kerala

Mangalore Today News Network

Kovalam, Apr 01, 2024: The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued a warning for high waves along the Kerala coast, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said on Sunday.

 

Vijayan urged fishermen and coastal residents to exercise caution and restricted tourists from venturing into the ocean in nearby Kovalam.

"With rough seas expected to intensify, it is imperative that people steer clear of danger zones in accordance with authorities’ instructions," Vijayan said.

The Chief Minister further added that fishing vessels should be securely moored in the harbour, ensuring a safe distance between each vessel to prevent damage due to collisions.

Strong waves wreaked havoc in several coastal areas of Kerala on Sunday, flooding houses and roads and damaging boats and fishing equipment.

Coastal areas of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Thrissur districts witnessed unexpected high tides and surges in the water level.

Meanwhile, the District Disaster Management Authority in Thiruvananthapuram directed the District Tourism Promotion Council to suspend tourism activities in the coastal areas of the state capital.

The District Medical Officer (DMO) has asked to distribute first aid kits and essential life-saving medicines in flood-affected houses and relief camps.

State Minister Saji Cheriyan said in a Facebook post that sea incursions seemed to be decreasing in many areas and the situation was being monitored by the government.

Courtesy: India Today