Thiruvananthapuram: In the wake of cyclone Asani, there is a possibility of heavy rain in the state today and in the coming days.
A yellow alert was issued in the districts today following a warning from the Meteorological Department. According to the Met Office, the state will continue to receive rains for the next five days as a result of the cyclone.
The yellow alert has been issued in Alappuzha, Idukki, Kottayam, and Ernakulam districts. The districts will receive 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm of rainfall in 24 hours, the Met office said. There is a possibility of strong winds along with rain. The Met Office said people should be vigilant. Heavy rains are expected in the coming days but no rain warning has been issued.
Hurricane Asani has now turned into a severe hurricane.