Isro landslide atlas says 13 Kerala districts among top 50 vulnerable regions
Saturday, 3 August 2024 () Isro's Landslide Atlas of India-2023 revealed that 13 out of 14 districts in Kerala are among the top 50 most vulnerable to landslides in India, with Wayanad ranking 13th. The atlas ranked areas based on landslide density and population exposure. Rainfall thresholds for triggering landslides were also discussed, emphasizing the significant socio-economic impact, especially in the Western Ghats region.
Ten of the total 14 districts in Kerala are among the 30 most landslide-prone districts in the country, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) noted in its 2023 report, raising alarm over the increasing vulnerability of the Western Ghats. But it has not slowed down the pace of...
Dr. Sekhar Lukose Kuriakose, Member Secretary of Kerala State Disaster Management, provided insight into the catastrophic landslide in Wayanad. He explained that the disaster was caused by a unique..
In the wake of a devastating landslide that has claimed over 93 lives in Kerala's Wayanad district, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has mobilized its helicopters for a critical rescue mission. The..
Landslides in Kerala's Wayanad district killed at least 23 people and injured over 70, with many feared washed away. Rescue operations were hampered by a collapsed bridge and lack of internet..
Saturday, 3 August 2024 ()
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