Pazhassi dam shutters to be opened on Wednesday
People living on the banks of the Valappatanam river have been advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions as the water release may lead to a rise in water level in the river.
On Tuesday, in light of the red alert issued by the India Meteorological department (IMD) for Kannur, the district administration activated the 'Kavacham' early warning system by sounding sirens at locations including Government City HSS, Kannur; Government HSS, Thiruvangad; Government HSS, Aralam farm; Government HSS, Peringome; Cyclone shelter, Kathiroor; Pre-Matric Boys' Hostel, Naduvil; Government HSS, Myzhappilangad; Government Vocational HSS, Kannur; Government HSS, Matool, and PWD Rest House, Thalassery.
Officials have advised residents to stay updated through official communication channels as weather conditions remain volatile.
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