Coimbatore woman dies after being swept away at Palakkuzhi waterfall in Kerala’s Palakkad
A 35-year-old woman died after being swept away at the Palakkuzhi waterfall in Kerala during heavy rains. Authorities have warned of strict action against those violating entry restrictions at tourist spots during the monsoon.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the dangers of ignoring safety warnings in natural tourist areas during extreme weather conditions.
A 35-year-old woman from Coimbatore died after being swept away at Palakkuzhi waterfall at Kizhakkanchery, Palakkad, on Sunday (August 2, 2026). The deceased was identified as Bhanupriya.
Bhanupriya was part of a five-member group from Coimbatore that visited the waterfall despite restrictions on entry to tourist spots in hilly areas due to heavy rain.
While bathing, she and her companion Bharat, 30, were caught in the strong current. Bharat was rescued by the Fire and Rescue Services personnel after a five-hour operation, but Bhanupriya’s body was recovered from the base of the waterfall.
Fire and Rescue Services personnel, the police and local residents took part in the search. Bhanupriya’s body was found around 500 feet below the accident spot. Authorities have started an inquiry into how the group entered the restricted forest area.
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