Idukki, Aug. 2 -- Continuous heavy rainfall and landslides have forced several families in Keralam's Idukki district to leave their homes and move to relief camps as debris and rainwater entered residential areas.

Speaking to ANI, a local resident, Anandan, said the rain had been constant, but the landslide occurred suddenly, leaving residents with little time to move to safety.

He said residents could feel debris mixed with rainwater as they moved away from their homes. She added that almost all household appliances were damaged, forcing her to shift to a relief camp with her family.

Another resident, Marykutty, said officials had warned them about the possibility of another landslide as water levels continued to rise in the area.

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