The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Kerala floods 2026: clean-up begins in Kottayam as rain fury leaves trail of destruction
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The Hindu Bureau
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Heavy rainfall in Kerala's Kottayam district has caused significant flooding, leading to widespread property damage and the displacement of residents. Clean-up operations are underway as floodwaters begin to recede, though many homes and businesses remain severely impacted by mud and debris.
Even as rainfall intensity eased, the flood situation in Kottayam remained precarious on Sunday (August 2, 2026), with a steady inflow of water from the high ranges continuing to trouble low-lying areas in the western parts of the district.
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