In Kerala, heavy pre-monsoon showers have caused crop loss and damage to houses in many parts.  Untimely downpour accompanied by strong wind and lightning battered Kollam,  Ernakulam, and Kozhikode districts yesterday. The Marine Enforcement Wing rescued seven fishermen along with a fishing boat that went floating off Alappuzha sea coast due to engine failure.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Meanwhile, the Indian Meteorological Department has forecast rains with thunderstorms over Kerala till Sunday.  Alerts have been issued to various districts.</span><br />