Kozhikode, July 30: The death toll from the massive landslides in Churalpara, Wayanad, Kerala, has risen to 41, according to district authorities. The landslides occurred around 2 a.m., severely isolating the area. Hardest hit locations include Churalpara, Velarimala, Mundakayil, and Pothukalu.
Authorities have reported that many parts of the affected areas remain inaccessible, with a sudden surge in fatalities noted in Pothukalu. The Harrison Malayalam plantation is among the affected areas, with reports that some managers are missing and several laborers have been relocated to safer locations, as confirmed by the plantation's general manager to the media.
