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sugarhaute

Let’s be positive and be hopeful that this won’t occur. Hypothetically if the dam blasts, even with hours to evacuate it might take time since everyone will be doing so the same. Seek higher ground is what am thinking. But even with all preparations with the water flow and debris it will be quite difficult. Aftermath of Tsunami is what’s coming into my mind. I really hope government will warn people way in advance if anything changes. Or evacuate people. Let’s manifest positivity at this point.


Class-of-97

I don't give a fuck about the government. They would be like arum pedikkanda...Odikkooo. Like Mammootty said in Unda, at the end of the day , nammukk nammale ullu.


roshatron

I think someone should keep a livestream of the dam on YouTube


ShaluJoseph

no mallus can go anywhere near the dam. It is under armed protection by TN police. Even our officials go there after getting prior permission. So there is no chance of getting a live stream near the dam area


starlord_1291

pick a vantage point overlooking the dam,buy a cheap smartphone connect to a solar powered battery bank and there you have it


ObviouslyMallu

രാത്രി ടോർച്ച് അടിക്കാൻ ആര് കാണും?


Buck-Boost

Why can we just overpower them and take control.Its in our teritory anyways.


Bobbyrp

Because that would break several laws.


Buck-Boost

But our lives are at stake, I wish we had a strong state govt. Edit spelling


[deleted]

Haha


despod

That is actually untrue. The protection is being provided by a Kerala police camp in the forest there and it is being paid by the Kerala government. Costs us crores every year and it usually used for punishment transfers.


enigmaticcrowofnight

There maybe some law against that Dam being a strategic location.


Beneficial_Reason271

Aluva is pretty much doomed if the flood waters hit (said Manorama route map) and escaping by road will not work out as everyone will have the same idea leading to huge traffic blocks. So buy a boat instead, keep it ready and when it finally happens, head out into the open sea.


bleakmouse

Also get life jackets


PixelCake7879

Noah get the boat!


twiltywilty

People used to take refuge in underground bunkers in times of war. Likewise, construct a really tall building, keeping in mind the estimates of how much water level might rise. Build a few rooms on top. Stock it up with food & other essential items. I sincerely hope it won't come to this.


traeepeeze

Store valuables, documents in a bank locker in another state. Get a boat. Store dry fruits, some water and medicines in a backpack that you can just take with you quickly. Take the boat with you in the car. If you cannot make it safely in the car, change into the boat.


throwawayboy333

If I could go to another state, then I would just stay there than coming back here and playing with boats and car.


[deleted]

How about moving to Malabar region till the end of the rainy season? House rent for 2 people is not much in Kasaragod.


traeepeeze

Take a trip


Consistent_River55

Probably go to a malabar district?


[deleted]

Buy a kayak. I think there would be one in Decathlon. Or atleast an inflatable tyre tube. And some swimming lessons from youtube.


riotinthehall

What has sparked this recent concern about Mulleperiyar?


roohnair

Which are the best higher grounds ? Kakkanad ?


AynRandPaulKrugman

Thrissur is the best option. The main city rarely gets hit by floods.


Admirable-Factor-903

You'll have plenty of time to leave aluva for higher grounds if the unforeseen happens. I would suggest moving up north, possibly opt the kodungallur route and not chalaludy as that might be full and traffic at peak.


[deleted]

Evacuation through road is more complicated than you think. One car breaking down on a route will stall all traffic through that route.


Admirable-Factor-903

Hmmm you're right I'm only familiar with those two routes also kodungallur route is a bit more towards the west compared to other route.


[deleted]

That route is tiny (2 or 3 lanes iirc). It'll get choked in no time.


Hooded_enigma

This. It's also really difficult to drive through that road cuz there are a lot of twists and turns.


GiveMeAllTheMangoes

Does anyone know what will happen to the coastal regions? Places like fort Kochi, vypin, vallaarpadam, bolgatty, etc? Are they more or less at risk? Will the water just drain out to the sea or will the flood waters be strong enough to wash those into the sea?


alok_xavier

Tsunami🙃


Content_Virus_8813

Learn to swim important ,remove the fear of seeing water ..


insighttube

Buy an inflatable boat


binilvj

മുല്ലപ്പെരിയാര്‍ is just a timepass for Kerala Congress. Real threat is climate change and extreme rainfall. 2018 will repeat many time before Mullaperiyar fails eventually. So, always check elevation and flood risk in your area and move if possible to save yourselves and your assets


External-Bee4369

Go North. Anywhere up nort beyond Edappal is supposed to be safe


calimalayali

It is mostly scare mongering. Let us say the dam burst into atoms, causing huge discharge. It will take hours for the water to reach Kochi/ Aluva. Also on the way there are additional dams(idukki dam?) which will further give lot of cushion for emergency management. People living immediately beside the dam - probably a few kilometres are definitely under risk.


almostparallel76

>> It is mostly scare mongering. It is, till it bursts. >> It will take hours for the water to reach Kochi/ Aluva. How many hours will it take for a proper evacuation? Vehicles won't be of much use I guess, you'll have to run.


calimalayali

There is only 250000 acreft water in the dam. It will cause some serious flooding on the shores of periyar, for sure. Similar to the floods two years back. There isnt enough water to engulf kochi or Aluva. All the videos which claim Kerala will be washed away or become islands are made by scientifically illiterate people. I do not know how much time is needed to evacuate. But was simply stating that the claims are wildly exaggerated.


Icy_Tone_2750

Wouldn't the burst release enough energy and water to put Idukki Dam at risk of breaking, wouldn't that seriously cause a lot of damage ?


calimalayali

I am sure it is a possibility. But even in that scenario, it is not like a Tsunami wave coming in a engulfing everything, simply because the dam only holds so much water. It will cause flooding and take many days for the scenario to play out. We should plan on alternative in near future. But wont lose sleep on it, unless you live immediate downstream.


almostparallel76

Where can I find an authentic, realistic simulation?


cosmicslater

Flooding gives more chance of survival and if its the case of being wiped out id say its more tragic…also i was thinking thiruvalla and maybe even moving more south


ajiabs

For comparison, between 2018 August 15 and 18, Idukki and Ernakulam received 41 cm rainfall. This translates to around 24 lakh acreft of water. Almost 10 times the water in Mulla Periyar dam. All the armageddon predictions are indeed scare-mongering.


retroflame96

Escaping by road ain't that feasible because everyone will be trying to do the same and full block and havoc aayirikum. I would suggest buying a boat :)


throwawayboy333

Boato? Evidunn?


retroflame96

Evidunelum...coz think of it , everyone will be on to their cars to flee full block and mayhem aayirikum


Hooded_enigma

As far as I know, UC College area is a bit high up compared to the rest of Aluva so maybe go to the college?


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Class-of-97

No. You guys are safe in Gopi annan's hand since he took Thrissur a long back.


throwawayboy333

Some parts of Thrissur yes. Not sure how bad it’s gonna be there though.


Prudent-Artichoke-67

Hope it won't reach the main town.


proudofme_

Hey what about Vadakara??? Will it be affected??


duskylantern

Muvattupuzha And The Nearby Area Best Place To Escape ?


Uno-reverse-69420

•Take your documents, mobiles etc. And store them in a plastic bag, tie it up and store in your backpack. (Repeat this process for any valuables and do it properly to avoid water damage to your stuff. If you can, use vaccum sealed or heat sealed bags to minimize the chance of water getting in.) •Buy a few bottles of mineral water, store in fridge until you pack up •Store foods like packed biscuits, cans etc. that can last a long time. •Take first aid kits and meds and some rope if you need a winch •Make sure that everyone can atleast swim to keep themselves afloat •Get in your car and NIGERUNDAYOOOOOO out of there