The monsoon season has taken a harsh turn in the state of Kerala as Southwest winds have intensified and brought heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Kannur and Kasaragod districts, and placed several other districts under yellow alert. In response to the continuous rain, educational institutions in Kottayam and Devikulam panchayat have been given a holiday while other districts are facing damages due to flooding and mudslides. Stay updated with the latest updates on the Manorama Online App.