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United News of India
a day ago
- United News of India
Ship accidents: SDMA launches Web Application
Thiruvananthapuram, Jun 19 (UNI) The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has developed a web application to collect information about objects washing ashore or floating in the sea in connection with recent ship accidents off the Kerala coast. The app collects details such as the name and mobile number of the person reporting the object, a description of the item, its live location or nearest landmark, and images. So far, 65 containers linked to the ship accident have been recovered along the coast and relocated to various ports. In Thiruvananthapuram district, 21 barrels found near Vizhinjam and Kovalam have been moved to secure locations at the Vizhinjam port. Two barrels suspected to be related to the accident washed ashore in Alappad (Kollam district) and Kumbla Koyippadi (Kasaragod district). The vessel involved in the incident, Van Hai 503, has now been moved 57 nautical miles away from the Kerala coast. Efforts are ongoing to tow it further out to sea. Reports indicate that the ship is still emitting smoke and fire. According to information from the Coast Guard, there is a possibility that containers that fell from the ship may wash ashore along the southern part of Ernakulam district and the coastal areas of Alappuzha and Kollam districts. In this context, the SDMA emphasized that no one should touch or approach any suspicious object found along the shore. People must maintain a distance of at least 200 meters and inform the matter to the SDMA emergency number 112. UNI DS GNK
India Today
2 days ago
- General
- India Today
Kerala launches app to report shipwreck debris as 65 containers wash ashore
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced that the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has launched a web application to collect information about objects found on land and at sea in connection with the recent shipwreck off the state's application will help collect key details from citizens including the name of the person who discovered the object, their mobile number, a description of the object, its location or nearest landmark, and initiative comes as 65 containers from the Singapore-flagged container vessel Wan Hai 503, which caught fire off the Beypore coast, on June 9, have been found along Kerala's shoreline. Among the recovered materials, 21 barrels were found in the Vizhinjam and Kovalam areas of Thiruvananthapuram district and have been moved to secure storage at Vizhinjam port. Two more barrels, believed to be related to the shipwreck, washed ashore in Alappad in Kollam district and Kumbala Koippadi in Kasaragod container ship Wan Hai 503 has now been moved 57 nautical miles away from the Kerala coast, with efforts ongoing to tow it further. However, reports indicate that fire and smoke are still present to the Indian Coast Guard, more containers may drift ashore in the southern parts of Ernakulam and along the Alappuzha and Kollam coasts. Authorities have warned the public not to approach or touch any suspicious objects they may find on the shore. People are advised to stay at least 200 meters away and immediately call the emergency number 112 to inform the May 25, a Liberian-flagged container vessel MSC ELSA 3 completely sank 14.6 nautical miles off Kerala's Thottappalli spillway, prompting a large-scale pollution response by the Indian Coast sunken vessel was carrying 640 containers, including 13 classified as hazardous and 12 containing calcium carbide. It also had 84.44 metric tonnes of diesel and 367.1 metric tonnes of furnace oil on board. IN THIS STORY#Kerala
Indian Express
09-06-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Singapore-flagged container ship catches fire near Kerala coast; rescue work underway
A Singapore-flagged container ship on its way to Navi Mumbai has caught fire off the Kerala coast, a defence spokesperson said in Kochi on Monday. The defence spokesperson said in a statement that the vessel, identified as M V Wan Hai 503, departed Colombo on June 7 and was slated to reach NPC Mumbai on June 10. Around 10.30 am on Monday, the Navy got formation about the underdeck fire on board the ship. 'INS Surat, scheduled to enter Kochi for IST, has been diverted by WNC at 11 am t provide assistance to the distressed vessel. Additionally, In-dornier sortie is being planned from Garuda,' said the Navy spokesperson. Official sources at Kerala's State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) said the incident took place 78 nautical miles away from the Beypore coast in Kozhikode district. 'Twenty containers have fallen into the sea and there were multiple blasts at the ship. The ship had 22 crew members and 18 of them jumped into the sea with a rescue boat. The ship has not so far sunk,'' said an official. The SDMA said that if the injured crew members were being brought to Kerala, the district collectors of Kozhikode and Ernakulam would be asked to ensure treatment for the injured. WAN HAI 503 had been sailing at a speed of 14.4 knots and was expected to arrive in Mumbai on June 10. The vessel (IMO 9294862, MMSI 563812000) is a container ship built in 2005 and sailing under the flag of Singapore. The defence spokesperson said that out of the 22 crew members, 18 had left the ship on a boat. The crew members are being rescued by the Coast Guard and Indian Navy ships and aircraft. The vessel is on fire and adrift.
New Indian Express
06-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
CS tells officials to gear up for monsoon eventualities
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Secretary K Vijayanand instructed officials to ensure comprehensive preparedness for the southwest monsoon season, emphasising proactive measures to mitigate disasters like cyclones and floods. During a video conference held at the State Secretariat on Thursday, he engaged with various State departments, alongside representatives from the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Disaster Relief Force (NDRF), and other Central government bodies, to review monsoon readiness. He stressed the need for advanced action plans to address potential heavy rains or cyclones. He urged the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) and other departments to anticipate risks such as overflowing rivers, streams, and canals, and to collaborate with Vassar Labs for effective planning. He directed the SDMA and Real-Time Governance Society (RTGS) to coordinate with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for enhanced disaster management. He emphasised minimising loss of life and property during calamities, calling for the timely restoration of normalcy through department-specific action plans. The Water Resources Department was instructed to strengthen flood embankments, stockpile sandbags, and intensify floodplain patrolling. The Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department was tasked with keeping JCBs, cranes, and power shovels ready to clear fallen trees and restore traffic on major roads. The Panchayat Raj & Rural Development (PR&RD) Department was directed to ensure standby generators for water supply schemes and leak-free pipelines, while the Municipal Administration Department was asked to complete desilting of urban drains and canals. The Energy Department was told to stock standby generators, tree cutters, and electricity poles, and the Medical and Health Department was to ensure adequate medicine supplies and raise public awareness about preventing infectious diseases in flood-prone areas. The Civil Supplies Department was instructed to maintain sufficient stocks of essential commodities at MLS points. He directed Revenue Principal Secretary G Jayalakshmi to circulate GO No. 1 and GO No. 13, which outline increased compensation for disaster victims, to all departments. He recommended biweekly departmental reviews to ensure effective disaster preparedness.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Issue orange alerts too: IMD to state disaster mgmt
1 2 Ranchi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Ranchi, urged the state disaster management authority (SDMA) to broadcast messages for orange alerts too. At present, the SDMA issues alert only when IMD gives red warning. Red warning means people should take action for safety, orange signifies that they should be alert, and yellow for staying watchful. The IMD spreads information related to weather through various modes, including the Sachet and Damini apps, bulk messages to SDMA through telecom companies, Kirshi Vigyan Kendras, common service centers and farmer's call centres. The warnings related to a particular area are sent to the mobile phone numbers registered in that area. Orange and red alerts were sent till 2024. The incharge of IMD- Ranchi, Abhsihek Anand, said, "It would be safer if yellow and orange alerts are also broadcasted through mobile phones. Lightning, thundering, and gusty wind predicted during yellow and orange alerts could lead to loss of life and requests have been sent by the IMD in other states also." SDMA secretary Rajesh Sharma said, "We have asked the IMD-Ranchi for an example when the orange alert have led to losses. The issue of messaging alerts would be decided by the National Disaster Management Authority. Once we get an example, we will send a request to the NDMA for issuing orange alerts also." The state is experiencing thunder, lightning, and gusty win for the past several days, which has killed dozens of people, damaged houses and uprooted trees.
