Udupi
Despite the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a red alert for Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts, rainfall remained weaker than expected, with many areas experiencing only light showers and intermittent sunshine. However, weather officials have forecast a fresh spell of widespread heavy rainfall from July 4 to July 10, prompting authorities to continue precautionary measures across the coastal districts.
In Dakshina Kannada, educational institutions, including anganwadis, primary and high schools, and PU colleges, remained closed on Thursday as a precaution. For Friday, July 3, district authorities have again declared a holiday for the same institutions under an orange alert.
According to the IMD, Dakshina Kannada recorded an average rainfall of 73.3 mm during the previous 24 hours, with Mangaluru, Bantwal, Moodbidri and surrounding areas receiving the highest rainfall. Water levels in major rivers have risen significantly, with the Netravati at Bantwal flowing at 4.96 metres, the Netravati at Uppinangady at 24.5 metres, the Kumaradhara at Pulikukku at 78.5 metres, and the Gurpur at Addoor at 1.96 metres. Residents in low-lying areas have been advised to remain alert and move to safer places if required, while tourists have been warned against visiting riverbanks.
Authorities have also cautioned fishermen not to venture into the sea due to the likelihood of rough weather over the coming days. Disaster management teams have been placed on standby.
Neighbouring Udupi district also witnessed limited rainfall during the day despite the red alert, although light to moderate showers resumed in the evening. The district recorded an average rainfall of 40.9 mm during the last 24 hours, with Byndoor receiving the highest rainfall at 95.9 mm.
Strong winds caused damage to two houses in Byndoor and Kundapur taluks and partially affected plantation crops in Ulluru village. Officials estimated the combined losses from the three incidents at approximately Rs 95,000 while continuing to monitor weather conditions closely.
