Heavy rains continue in Kerala, landslide in Wayanad, 41 people died

Amid heavy rains in Kerala, a landslide occurred in Wayanad on Tuesday. 41 people died in this accident, while more than 400 people are feared to be trapped under the debris. Here, the army has been called to control the situation. The accident took place in the hilly area near Meppadi in Wayanad district. So far the bodies of four people have been removed. The issue of landslide in Wayanad was also raised in Parliament. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said in the House that the army has taken charge. We are all with the people of Wayanad.

Health department alert

In view of this accident, the health department became alert. The news agency quoted Kerala Health Minister Veena George as saying that all other hospitals including Vaithiri, Kalpatta, Meppadi and Mananthavady hospitals have been prepared. More teams of health workers will be deployed in Wayanad. Along with this, Health has also opened a control room and issued helpline numbers 9656938689 and 8086010833 for emergency assistance.