<span style="color: #222222;">In Kerala, widespread heavy rain accompanied by lightning and thunderstorm is likely to continue till Sunday. Yellow alert has been extended in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, and Malappuram districts today.  <br />''<br />''Large-scale destruction to standing crops and properties has been reported from many parts. Alappuzha's Kuttanad area is the worst-hit due to exponential waterlogging.  <br />''<br />''Met  Department has forecast strong wind across the State for the next four days. The temporary ban imposed on fishing off Kerala and Lakshadweep coast will remain in force today as well. </span><br />