Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], National Center for Coastal Research (NCCR) on Sunday predicted the possibility of high waves and coastal erosion along the Kerala coast till 11:30 pm tomorrow.

In light of this, the District Disaster Management Authority has urged fishermen and coastal residents to exercise utmost caution.

Officials have advised taking certain precautions, including evacuation from dangerous areas. "Residents in at-risk areas should relocate as per instructions from local authorities," officials said.

Officials have suggested securing fishing boats. "Ensure the safety of boats and other fishing vessels. Maintaining a safe distance between vessels can prevent collision-related accidents," officials said.

Officials suggested avoiding beaches and marine activities. "The public should completely avoid beach travel and recreational activities in the ocean," officials said.

Meanwhile, the Indian Meteorological Department said that rain occurred at various places in the state of Kerala in the last 24 hours. Vellanikkara in Thrissur district recorded 11 cm rainfall, Mulliyar in Kasaragod district recorded 9 cm rainfall, Vadakara in Kozhikode district 8 cm, Pirumedu (9 cm) in Idukki district, Enamakkal (7 cm) in Thrissur district, Kudulu (7 cm) of Kasaragod was recorded. district, Palod (7 cm) of Thiruvananthapuram district, Peechi (7 cm) of Thrissur district.

It is noteworthy that it is raining heavily in many parts of South India. IMD on Sunday said coastal Karnataka, Konkan and Goa, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry received heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours.