A debris slide was reported  on the upslope of Pathanamthitta-Vadasherrikkara road near Koothattukulam village on 15th August 2018 with 25m length and 33 m width.  Continuous heavy rainfall for past 3 days  increased pore water pressure and decreased she
Ground cracks existing in the loose material over the crown portion of the slide needs sto be sealed/grouted.
Koothattukulam slide 1
Chittar Village/Koothattukulam.
Unstable material along the slide area and overhanging trees on the crown portion needs to be removed. Easing of the slope by construction of benches, and construction of retaining wall with weep holes and lined toe drainage is recommended.
Continuous heavy rainfall for past 3 days  increased pore water pressure and decreased shear strength of the overburden material, resulted in slope failure and slide. The slide may be induced by steep cutting of slope for road construction/widening.