Archive · 16 Jun 2025
Schools Shut in Coastal Karnataka Amidst Red Alert for Heavy Rain
Heavy rain is causing problems in the coastal areas of Karnataka.
Because of the heavy rain, all schools in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada will be closed on Monday.
The government has warned of very heavy rainfall and has issued a red alert.
Some areas are already flooded.
People are being asked to stay inside during the worst of the rain.
Emergency teams are ready to help if needed.
Schools in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts of Karnataka will be closed on Monday, June 16.
The closure affects government and private institutions from Anganwadi to high school.
The decision follows a red alert issued by the IMD for heavy rainfall along the Karnataka coast.
Several areas are experiencing waterlogging and localized flooding.
Authorities have advised the public to stay indoors during intense rainfall.
- Who
- District administrations of Udupi and Dakshina Kannada, India Meteorological Department (IMD).
- What
- Schools are closed in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada due to heavy rainfall.
- When
- Schools are closed on Monday, June 16.
- Where
- Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts of Karnataka, along the Karnataka coast.
- Why
- The IMD issued a red alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall.
- Affected Regions
- Udupi and Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka
- Alert Level
- Red Alert
- School Closure
- All schools (Anganwadi to high school)
- Date of Closure
- June 16
- Main Issues
- Waterlogging, localized flooding, and landslip threats
Sources
Heavy Rains In Coastal Karnataka Disrupt Normal Life, Red Alert Till Sunday
Rain Havoc in Karnataka: Landslide Blocks NH-169, Urban Flooding in Mangaluru
Heavy Rains Trigger Flash Floods in Mangaluru
Heavy rain triggers mudslides in Kerala, IMD issues alerts for Mumbai and neighbouring districts
Heavy rains disrupt life in several parts of Karnataka, causing waterlogging, landslide
Dramatic Water Explosion, Electrical Sparks After Wall Collapses in Mangaluru Amid Heavy Rain - Watch
Monsoon to advance in some parts of Bengal next week, heavy rain likely - Telegraph India
Heavy rains batter Kerala: Trees uprooted, rivers swell, schools shut in several districts
