Kerala Rain Alert: Several districts announced holidays for schools and colleges after the India Meteorological Department issued red alerts warning of extremely heavy rainfall and possible disruptions. (Photo: PTI file)

Heavy rainfall continued to affect several parts of Kerala, with waterlogging reported in multiple areas and district administrations taking precautionary measures to ensure public safety. (Photo: PTI file)

Educational institutions across districts including Wayanad, Kasaragod, Kottayam, Idukki and Pathanamthitta were shut on August 5 as authorities responded to worsening weather conditions. (Photo: PTI file)

The IMD issued red alerts for eight Kerala districts, including Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod and Kottayam, warning residents about the possibility of intense rainfall and related risks. (Photo: PTI file)

In several districts, schools were also functioning as relief camps for rain-affected residents, leading authorities to declare holidays for students and educational institutions. (Photo: PTI file)

District collectors announced closures of schools, colleges, anganwadis and tuition centres as heavy rains caused flooding concerns and increased the risk of water-related incidents. (Photo: PTI file)

Authorities urged people to remain alert as heavy rain warnings continued, while travel restrictions were imposed on routes including Thamarassery Ghat and Paalchuram due to safety concerns. (Photo: PTI file)