Tragic Wayanad Landslides Leave 93 Dead as Kerala Faces Threat of More Rain
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan this morning and assured all help to the LDF government.
At least 93 people have died, and hundreds are feared trapped following three landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district within a span of four hours amid heavy rain. Multiple agencies, including the NDRF, have joined the rescue operations in the hilly areas near Meppadi.
As of the latest updates, rescue operations in Kerala’s Wayanad district are ongoing. Here are the key points:
- Rescue Operations: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and other emergency services are actively engaged in the rescue efforts in the affected areas near Meppadi. Teams are working in challenging conditions due to continued heavy rain and difficult terrain.
- Casualties and Injuries: The death toll has risen to at least 93, with numerous others injured. The exact number of people trapped is still being assessed.
- Infrastructure Damage: Several roads and bridges have been damaged or destroyed, complicating access to the affected areas. Efforts are being made to clear debris and restore transportation links.
- Relief Efforts: Authorities are providing food, medical supplies, and temporary shelter to those displaced by the landslides. The state government, along with national agencies, is coordinating relief efforts.
- Weather Conditions: Heavy rain continues to impact the region, with forecasts indicating more rain, which could further hinder rescue operations.
- Government Response: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured all necessary support to the Kerala government, and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is actively overseeing the rescue and relief operations.
