Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru
Mangaluru, Aug 17: Widespread rainfall lashed Dakshina Kannada district on August 16, with heavy showers reported in Sullia, Subrahmanya, Kadaba, Puttur, Beltangady, Bantwal, Ullal, and Mangaluru. While some areas experienced intermittent rainfall, most regions received continuous showers throughout the day.
Train services on the Mangaluru–Bengaluru route were disrupted after a landslip occurred at Edakumeri, where mud and boulders fell onto the railway track.
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As per the forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a red alert has been issued for the coastal belt on August 18, warning of very heavy rainfall. Orange alerts are in place for August 17, 19, and 20, while yellow alerts have been announced for August 21 and 22.
Fishermen cautioned
The IMD has warned of strong winds in the Arabian Sea at speeds up to 60 kmph between August 16 and 19, advising fishermen not to venture into the sea. On August 16, Mangaluru recorded a maximum temperature of 27.6°C and a minimum of 23.1°C.
Subrahmanya: residents evacuated as water enters houses
Subrahmanya and nearby areas witnessed heavy downpour from Saturday afternoon. Rising water levels in Gundya stream flooded farmlands and houses along Ichlampady-Mandak stream in Kadaba taluk. As a precautionary measure, several families have been advised to move to safer places. Heavy rain also lashed the foothills of the Western Ghats in Beltangady and Sullia taluks, causing streams and rivulets to overflow.
Udupi report
Udupi district too received moderate rainfall on Saturday. The IMD has issued an orange alert for Sunday, followed by red alerts on August 18 and 19. An orange alert will be back in force on August 20. The district administration has also issued precautionary advisories.
The IMD has further cautioned that strong winds accompanied by heavy rains are likely to lash the coastal belt for the next five days. During red alert days, rough seas and high tidal activity are expected. The district administration has urged the public, tourists, and fishermen to strictly avoid venturing near rivers, water bodies, or the sea.