Kerala: Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam on ‘yellow’ alert as IMD flags rain, thunderstorm risk

This Indian Express report summarises an India Meteorological Department (IMD) advisory issuing a ‘yellow’ alert for Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam districts in Kerala for predicted heavy rain and thunderstorm activity. The story explains the IMD alert code meaning, probable time windows for adverse weather, and local administrative preparedness measures such as advisories to fishermen, transport operators and district disaster management authorities. Weather alerts often trigger statutory disaster management responses and temporary restrictions that intersect with administrative and regulatory duties.