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The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) district HQ (Kerala & Mahe) and ICG station Beypore dispatched disaster relief teams (DRT) on July 30, 2024, to the landslide-affected areas in Wayanad, Kerala. The DRT comprising highly trained ICG personnel & dedicated medical team have been mobilised to provide immediate relief and support to the communities impacted by the disaster.
The teams are equipped with essential disaster relief materials such as rubber inflatable boats for rescue operations; diesel-driven pumps to manage water and drainage issues; life jackets for safety; raincoats and gum boots for personnel protection in adverse weather conditions and other earth-clearing implements for clearing debris & accessing affected areas.
ICG also dispatched food materials, drinking water, and other essential supplies to support the affected population. The distribution of these supplies is being coordinated with the district disaster management team to ensure efficient aid delivery. ICG is working closely with local authorities to mitigate the impact of this disaster.
