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High-ranges of Kottayam receive heavy rain

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Heavy rain and a landslide in the high-range areas of Kottayam district caused traffic disruptions.

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  • Heavy rainfall in the eastern regions of Kottayam led to a landslide on the ErattupettaVagamon road.
  • Debris from the slide hit two cars, though no injuries occurred.
  • The incident caused significant traffic blockages and increased water flow in the Meenachil river tributaries.
  • Local authorities have issued warnings for residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant.

What to watch next

  • Potential for further landslides and flash floods in hilly areas.
  • Water level fluctuations in the Meenachil river.
  • Status of traffic clearance on the Erattupetta–Vagamon road.

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P.J. Sebastian

Poonjar MLA

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  • avoid unnecessary travel through hilly areas amid the risk of landslides and flash floods.
    [1]The Hindu1h agoOpen at the quote ↗
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    blocked at several locations, with traffic particularly heavy on Sunday. Extremely heavy rain continued in Vagamon, Meladukkam and Adivaram areas till late in the evening. Poonjar MLA P.J. Sebastian urged people to avoid unnecessary travel through hilly areas amid the risk of landslides and flash floods. He also warned of a possible rise in the Meenachil river, urging residents in Teekoy, Erattupetta, Pala and other flood-prone areas to remain vigilant. Published - September 20, 2026 08:36 pm IST

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Named India · Adivaram · Bharananganam · Erattupetta · Kottayam · Meenachil river · Pala · Poonjar · Teekoy · Thalanad · Vagamon · P.J. Sebastian

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