Daijiworld Media Network - Udupi
Udupi, Jul 8: Deputy Commissioner Dr Vidya Kumari has declared a holiday for all schools and PU colleges across the entire district on Tuesday, July 9, due to widespread rainfall.
All anganwadis, primary schools, high schools, and Pre-University Colleges (PUC) will remain closed on July 9. However, engineering colleges, diploma colleges, ITIs, and post-graduate courses will operate as usual.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the coastal region as heavy rains continue to affect Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, and Uttara Kannada districts. The precautionary holiday for anganwadi centers, primary and high schools, and PUCs is aimed at ensuring safety amid the ongoing inclement weather.
Over the past 24 hours, significant rainfall has caused flooding in many low-lying areas, impacting around 150 houses. IMD forecasts heavy rainfall for the next 4-5 days in the coastal region.
The heavy downpour has resulted in an estimated Rs 1.3 crore worth of damage, as reported by district authorities in Udupi.
Since Saturday, July 6, coastal areas have experienced intense rainfall accompanied by strong winds. Rainfall measurements across the district have averaged 110.0mm, with specific amounts recorded in Karkala (63.9mm), Kundapura (138.6mm), Udupi (118.0mm), Byndoor (147.3mm), Brahmavar (104.0mm), Kaup (79.5mm), and Hebri (95.8mm).
The public is advised to exercise caution and remain vigilant during this period of heavy rainfall and potential flooding.