Kerala floods 2026: Kasaragod district on high alert for two more days, 208 in five relief camps
Two landslips were reported at Thayyeni at Kattamkavala in the district
Kasaragod district in Kerala remains on high alert for two additional days due to ongoing heavy rains, according to the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) meeting chaired by District Collector Arjun Pandian on August 2, 2026. The situation remains critical as the district continues to experience torrential downpours.
Five relief camps, located in Vellarikundu and Hosdurg taluks, are currently accommodating 208 individuals from 59 families, including 85 men, 89 women, and 34 children. These camps, set up in Palavayal, Kinnanur-Karinthalam, Perol, and Klayikode villages, have been established to provide shelter and relief to those affected by the floods.
Eleven partially damaged houses have been reported, with five located in Vellarikundu taluk, three in Kasargod taluk, two in Manjeswaram taluk, and one in another impacted area. The district has issued an orange alert along the Madur and Kariyangode rivers, urging residents living near riverbanks to relocate to safer locations or seek refuge with relatives.
Geologists, soil survey officials, hazard analysts, and representatives from the Forest, Revenue, and Local Self-Government departments have been tasked to collaborate in studying the affected areas. The Collector has directed officials to expedite damage assessment and promptly distribute compensation to those affected.
Medical officers have been assigned to all relief camps, with a focus on providing care to pregnant women, elderly individuals, palliative care patients, those undergoing dialysis, and people with hypertension. Strict disease prevention measures are being emphasized, particularly in light of the H1N1 cases reported in the district. Adequate anti-viral medicines and essential drugs are available to support the medical response.
Infrastructure damage is also being addressed, with two bridges at Achamthuruthi and Bheemanady completely destroyed. Fisheries officials report that the sea remains calm, with no fishing activities taking place. Fire and Rescue Services personnel are on standby, ready to respond to any emergency situations that may arise.
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