Updated 30 July 2024 at 09:07 IST
Massive Landslides Hit Wayanad District, Over 400 Feared Trapped, Scary Visuals Emerge
Massive landslides hit hilly areas near Meppadi in Kerala's Wayanad district, trapping hundreds. Five dead, including two children.
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A one-year-old child of a Nepali family living in Thondernad village died in a landslide. | Image:
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Kerala: Massive landslides have struck various hilly areas near Meppadi in Kerala’s Wayanad district, leaving hundreds of people feared trapped. The first landslide occurred at nearly 2 AM, followed by another at around 4:10 AM.
As per the district authorities, five people including two children died in the tragic incident.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced that all government agencies have mobilized to assist with rescue operations following the landslides in Wayanad district.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced that all government agencies have mobilized to assist with the ongoing rescue operations.
The Kerala Health Department has set up a control room for emergency assistance and provided helpline numbers : 9656938689 and 8086010833.
Published 30 July 2024 at 07:58 IST