Thiruvananthapuram: Alarming reports have emerged, shedding light on a stark 91% deficit in rainfall within the state this month. In what should have been a period of bountiful precipitation, Kerala has received a mere 26.9 millimeters of rain, a fraction of the anticipated 302 mm.
Central Meteorological Department data reveals a significant shortfall of around 90% in expected rainfall for the month of July, as the state grapples with a conspicuous lack of the life-sustaining resource. The situation has persisted over the course of recent weeks. From June 1 to 16, Kerala experienced a notable 45% reduction in rainfall, exacerbating concerns about water availability and agricultural productivity.
Analysing the data encompassing the beginning of August up to the 18th, it becomes evident that the state continues to encounter significantly reduced rainfall figures. Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city, stands out as the least affected by rain. The district, projected to receive 96 mm of rainfall, has only seen a paltry 1.1 mm. Meanwhile, Kollam district grapples with a staggering 98% deficiency, recording a mere 2.5 mm of rain instead of the expected 159.3 mm.
Kottayam, Pathanamthitta, and Malappuram districts have also suffered the brunt of this rainfall deficit, each registering a staggering 96% decrease in expected precipitation. In Malappuram, a district accustomed to receiving 295.7 mm of rain, a mere 12.7 mm has materialised. Similarly, Kottayam, which typically experiences 274.2 mm of rainfall, has been subjected to a mere 10 mm.
The current scenario has prompted the State Disaster Management Authority to initiate investigations into the potential consequences of this inadequate rainfall. The looming spectre of drought has raised concerns among authorities and the general public alike. Water scarcity, agricultural challenges, and the overall ecological balance are among the pressing issues brought to the fore by this disconcerting deficit.
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