As public transport system stands stranded and the death toll breaches the 70 marks, the situation in Kerala after an incessant downpour on Wednesday, forced authorities to issue a red alert across the southern state.

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While a red alert was sounded in 11 of the 14 Kerala districts, including Idukki, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Malappuram, Pathanamthitta, Kannur and Ernakulam, by Wednesday afternoon, it was extended across the state by the evening hours.

Cochin airport has been shut till Saturday after water flooded the complex. Southern Railways and Kochi Metro today suspending their operations due to floods.

In a first, the sluices of 33 dams across Kerala have been opened, following incessant rain since late Tuesday. More rain has been forecast till Saturday.

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan appealed to the people for generous contributions to battle the worst floods faced by Kerala in nearly a century. Vijayan spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi late Wednesday evening and was assured of all necessary help. Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh promised to send more forces to help the state.

The public transport system collapsed in many parts of central Kerala with the Southern Railways and Kochi Metro today suspending their operations due to floods.”Due to rise in water level at Bridge No 176 on Downline between Angamali and Aluva, The services on this bridge is suspended,” a Southern railway spokesman said in a statement early today.

The Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) also suspended its operations this morning after its yard in Muttom near Aluva submerged in the flood waters.

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“Kochi Metro train operation is suspended as the water level rises in Muttom yard area,” a KMRL statement said.
The service will be resumed once the water comes down and the systems are back in good condition, its spokesperson said. Bus services to Kochi were also affected after National Highways connecting the city submerged in Kalamassery area, officials said.

Here’s how you can help those affected by the unprecedented floods in Kerala. Now you can make donations online to Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund through the site, https://t.co/OFHTHlZ9by #KeralaFloods #StandWithKerala. pic.twitter.com/XNlBKqdCUT

— CMO Kerala (@CMOKerala) August 14, 2018

Here are the helpline numbers for Zilla emergency centre

Idukki

0486-2233111

9061566111

9383463036

Ernakulam

0484-242423513

7902200300

7902200400

Thrissur

0487-2362424

9447074424

Kozhikode

0495-2371002

Alapuzha

0477-2238630

Pathanamthitta Collectorate

0468-2322515

2222515

8078808915

Taluk offices \ Kozhencherry

0468-2222221

Adoor

0473-4224826

Konni

0468-2240087

Mallapalli

0469-2682293

Raani

0473-5227442

Thiruvalla

0469-2601303

Kollam

0474-2794002

Kottayam

0481-2562201

Palakkad

0491-2505309

0491-2505209

0491-2505566

Malappuram

0483-2736320

0483-2736326

Kannur

0497-2713266

0497-2700645

8547616034

Wayanad

0493-6204151

9207985027

Thiruvananthapuram

0471-2730045

On seeing the current situation in Kerala so many celebrities showed their grief and some contributed financially as well. Some scared on seeing the current situation as well.  Here’s what they expressed :

Heartbreaking to see our families in Kerala go through so much distress.
Let us extend our fullest support and Pray for the safety and well being of all affected by the floods #KeralaFloods

— Sai Pallavi (@Sai_Pallavi92) August 16, 2018

The situation in #Kerala is said to be serious under the onslaught of the flood and rain. The national spotlight must be focused more on it. Relief and support is needed immediately. Make the sufficient noise. Please. #Media #KeralaFloods

— Siddharth (@Actor_Siddharth) August 15, 2018

My prayers & thoughts to our brothers and sisters from #Kerala who are going through a tough time during this #KeralaFloods.

— Sam CS (@SamCSmusic) August 16, 2018

Kerala is sinking under floods & situation is bad.Need of the hour is to contribute for reconstruction & rebuilding of Kerala.I have done my small bit by contributing a sum,i request everyone to help Kerala get back on its feet & it’s our duty to help our neighbour #PrayForKerala pic.twitter.com/LXu4LpGSjc

— Vishal (@VishalKOfficial) August 16, 2018

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It’s very painful to see what kerala is going through right now. And it’s even more worse when you are away from your family who is stuck there. Pls stay safe and #PrayForKerala #godsowncountry 🙏🏻

— Manjima Mohan (@mohan_manjima) August 16, 2018

This is scary ! 🤭 https://t.co/eq2W9l09gH

— Manjima Mohan (@mohan_manjima) August 16, 2018

Dear Indians, we need your support! Please help! https://t.co/htsu3u739T #KeralaFlood #StandWithKerala

— Nivin Pauly (@NivinOfficial) August 16, 2018

Please Note #keralaflood pic.twitter.com/bH0ZfslNjL

— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) August 15, 2018

Pls avoid travelling in these routes.

The followingare the submerged roads under ROADS DIVISION ERNAKULAM

Under Roads Section Aluva

1. Perumbavur Aluva road
2. Kuttamassery Chunamgamveli road
3. Thottumukham… https://t.co/Z5kB4qJucw

— Mammootty (@mammukka) August 15, 2018

Sincere Prayers … for all out there to be safe 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 #KeralaFloods

— soundarya rajnikanth (@soundaryaarajni) August 16, 2018

Emergency numbers #keralafloods 😞😞 pic.twitter.com/lMAynDHmqT

— dulquer salmaan (@dulQuer) August 16, 2018

Emergency numbers #keralaflood take care … be safe pic.twitter.com/oyrXQilEXO

— Anupama Parameswaran (@anupamahere) August 16, 2018