Heavy rains continue in northern part of Kerala. An orange alert is issued in Thiruvananthapuram district and yellow alert in Kollam, Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha districts. Waterlogging is severe in the low-lying areas and widespread damage is being reported in Thiruvananthapuram. Fishing ban is imposed in the Kerala- Lakshadweep coast. The State Disaster Management Authority has issued warning to fishermen and coastal residents. On account of heavy rain, Holiday has been declared for all educational institutions in Thiruvananthapuram and the PSC exams to be held tomorrow and the day after in Thiruvananthapuram district have been postponed.