Floods, landslides kill at least 28 people in southern India
NEW DELHI – Officials predicted more rain as the death toll from floods and landslides in the southern Indian state of Kerala rose to 28 on Monday. Since the ferocious downpours began last week, swollen rivers have decimated bridges, and vehicles and homes have been swept away. Several dams were nearing full capacity. At least 23 people died in Kottayam and Idukki districts, among the worst areas hit. More than 9,000 people have taken shelter in over 200 camps across the state, officials said.