Wayanad (Kerala): More than 50 people were killed and hundreds feared trapped after heavy rains triggered massive landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, bordering Mysuru District, this morning. 372 mm rainfall in the last 24 hours is said to have triggered the landslides.
Landslides were reported in several places including Mundakkai, Attamala, Chooralmala and Kunhome of Wayanad district. Following the incident the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel accompanied by local Police have been conducting rescue operations. However, the personnel were facing hindrances owing to heavy rains and collapse of a bridge.
