Flooding Devastates the South Indian State of Kerala, Killing 77

Torrential rains continue to batter the southern Indian state of Kerala for the seventh day in a row, causing widespread flooding and landslides that have led to the deaths of at least 77 people.

As water levels continue to rise, a red alert has been sounded across all districts in the state, which is a popular tourist destination. A red alert warns of extremely bad weather that could cause widespread damage and risk to life, according to the Indian Meteorological Department.