Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru/Udupi

Udupi, Jul 31: Due to high rainfall in the twin districts a holiday has been declared in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts for schools and pre-university colleges on Thursday, August 1.

The disaster management authority has taken certain precautions as heavy rain has been pounding the districts for the last few days.

Holiday has been declared for Anganwadis, primary and high schools and pre university (upto 12th class) colleges including government, aided and unaided private schools.

Parents are asked to ensure that children do not go to low lying areas, lakes, sea shore and river sides. The fishermen too have been warned aginst venturing into water. Taluk level officers have been asked to remain at the headquarters compulsorily. Nodal officers appointed for various positions by the district administration have been asked to be alert and respond to public complaints. The tahsildar have been directed to be in constant contact.

The department officers concerned have been directed to open rescue centres at the taluk level and keep them ready. The emergency service is available 24x7 via toll free control room number 1077, telephone numbers 0824-2442590 (DK), 0820-2574802 (Udupi).

As a precautionary measure, both residents and tourists are strictly prohibited from approaching beaches, rivers, and waterfalls and are advised against taking photos and videos in these areas.