The Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates - Kerala, has asked citizens in India to exercise caution due to the heavy rains in the north of the state of Kerala, which has caused landslides and flooding.
In a post on social media platform, X, the UAE consulate in Kerala advised UAE nationals to avoid high places, valleys and waterfalls and call helplines 0097180024 or 0097180044444 in case of emergency.
— UAE Consulate Kerala (@keralauaecon) July 30, 2024
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