NEW DLEHI: Massive landslides have struck various hilly areas near Meppadi in Wayanad district, Kerala, early on Tuesday, causing concerns that hundreds may be trapped. 56 people have been reported dead so far.
The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has deployed Fireforce and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams to the affected areas, with an additional NDRF team on its way to Wayanad.
The KSDMA announced on Facebook that two teams from the Kannur Defence Security Corps have also been instructed to assist in the rescue efforts.
Local reports indicate that many people are feared trapped, and ongoing heavy rainfall is complicating rescue operations. 250 members of Fire and Rescue, Civil Defence, NDRF and Local Emergency Response Team are involved in the rescue operation in Wayanad Churalmala. An additional team of NDRF has been directed to reach the spot immediately.
Health Department - National Health Mission has opened a control room and issued helpline numbers 9656938689 and 8086010833 for emergency assistance.
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