Idukki, June 7 -- An orange alert for heavy rainfall has been declared in Keralam's Idukki district on Sunday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) signalling that authorities must maintain a high state of readiness for potential landslides and mudslides in hilly regions.

An orange alert from the IMD signifies "be prepared" for heavy to very heavy rainfall (typically between 64.5 mm to 204.4 mm in 24 hours)

Additionally, nighttime travel has also been strictly prohibited in mountainous regions during the evening to safeguard the public against natural disasters.

District Collector Dineshan Cheruvatt, in an official letter said, "In view of the heavy rainfall being experienced in the district and the prevailing possibility of ...