How do the 2018 Kerala floods compare with the 1924 floods?
The 1924 Kerala floods had a cumulative rainfall of 3,368 mm over three weeks, while the state has received a rainfall of 2,087.67 mm between June 1-August 15 this monsoon, 30% increase from the normal. Although there is no official record, the death toll for 1924 is estimated to be 1,000. Meanwhile, 324 people have died so far this year.