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The death toll from rain-related incidents in Kerala has risen to eight, while eight people remain missing and 13 others have been injured, as the state continues to grapple with the impact of heavy monsoon rains. Authorities have shifted 5,792 people to 209 relief camps set up across the state.

 

According to the state government, rainfall has eased compared with the previous day, bringing some respite to affected districts. With floodwaters receding in several areas, cleaning and sanitation drives have begun, and political workers as well as voluntary organisations have been urged to assist in restoration efforts.

 

The government said 27 houses have been completely destroyed, while another 196 have suffered partial damage due to heavy rain, flooding and related incidents. Financial assistance will be provided to families of those who lost their lives, as well as to people whose homes, crops and livelihoods have been affected.

 

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has been in constant touch with ministers overseeing different districts and district administrations to monitor the evolving situation and coordinate relief measures, according to an official release.

 

Despite the improvement in weather conditions, authorities have advised residents, particularly those living in hilly and landslide-prone areas, to remain vigilant. The government said all necessary preparations are in place to deal with any fresh emergencies if rainfall intensifies again.

 

Public representatives, government agencies and volunteers are actively engaged in rescue and relief operations across the affected districts. The state government has appealed to residents to approach local authorities for assistance whenever required and to strictly follow advisories issued by district administrations.

 

The government also assured that those injured in rain-related incidents would receive the best possible medical treatment and reiterated its commitment to supporting affected families through relief and rehabilitation measures.

 

Meanwhile, the Travancore Devaswom Board has advised devotees planning to visit the hill shrine of Sabarimala on August 2 and 3 for the Niraputhari ritual to reconsider their pilgrimage. The advisory cited heavy rain, flooding in Pampa and the possibility of landslides, while a security alert has been issued for the region.