Thiruvananthapuram: The opening of colleges has been postponed as heavy rains continue in the state. The decision was made to open earlier Monday. It was postponed to Wednesday. The decision was taken at a high level meeting convened by the Chief Minister.
Due to heavy rains, the Sabarimala pilgrimage will be suspended till Tuesday. Traffic has been restricted in hilly areas.
People will be relocated
It was decided at the high level meeting to intensify rescue operations in all areas where heavy rains continue. All government agencies will step in for this. During the meeting, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan suggested that immediate action be taken to evacuate people from areas prone to landslides, floods and landslides.
Every possible means will be used to rescue those trapped in the rain-hit areas, including Kottayam district. The meeting evaluated the progress of rescue operations.
The CM said that the situation was serious. But the latest weather forecast is reassuring. The prophecy indicates that we are not going to get worse.
Camps must meet Covid standards
Camps must be started to meet Covid standards. Special care should be taken in this regard. The number of camps can be increased. Masks and sanitizers should be ensured in the camps. Special arrangements should be made for cleaning toilets. Adequate fresh water should be made available. The attention of health workers should be focused on the camps.
There should be enough medication. Particular care should be taken with those who have not been vaccinated and with allied patients.
The coastal region should be warned from time to time. Care should be taken to evacuate people from disaster prone areas. The National Disaster Response Force is currently providing good assistance. The CM said those in need should contact them. The Army, Navy and Air Force have been instrumental in helping the state in times of disaster. They should all be used in unison.
Boats and boats required for rescue operations should be prepared. Local Governments should prepare a list of boats and boats available to them. These should be used promptly when needed. The. D. R. Districts should take necessary steps for utilization of F funds.
Water level monitoring of dams should be strengthened
The CM suggested that the water level monitoring of the dams should be strengthened. Those who are about to change should be warned.
Don’t be in a position to change quickly. It is important to be informed in advance. The District Collector, the Electricity Department and the Water Resources Department should work together in this regard. Care should be taken not to cause problems in the power supply.
A red alert has been declared in Palakkad district as well. Precautions should be strengthened there. The CM also directed the fire brigade to hire motor pumps if necessary to drain the water.
Revenue Minister K Rajan and Chief Secretary Dr. V. P Joy, State Police Chief Anil Kant, Secretaries of various departments, Chiefs, District Collectors, representatives of various Armed Forces and National Disaster Response Force spoke.
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