Kerala weather: Heavy rains and 50 km/hour wind warning from IMD as monsoon becomes active

The southwest monsoon intensified, bringing heavy rains and mudslides to Kerala, particularly affecting Wayanad and Kozhikode. Fatalities and severe damage were reported, prompting authorities to declare school holidays in some districts. The IMD forecasts more heavy rain and strong winds in the coming days, urging caution across the state.