Karnataka: extremely heavy rainfall alert till July 26, announced school holiday

Karnataka: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread heavy rain in the coastal region for the next three days. Karnataka: extremely heavy rainfall alert till July 26, announced school holiday.

Coastal districts of Karnataka, including Uttara Kannada, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada, are under a Red Alert, indicating very heavy rainfall is expected from July 24 to 26. Expected to receive extremely heavy rain and strong surface winds today, July 24, and tomorrow, July 25. Very heavy rain is forecast until July 30.

Heavy rain and strong surface winds are expected today, July 24 in North Interior Karnataka, and will continue until July 30. Very heavy rain and strong surface winds are expected today, July 24, in South Interior Karnataka. and will continue until July 27, followed by heavy rain until July 30.

Normal life has been disrupted in coastal Karnataka due to heavy downpours, with reports of localized flooding and damage to infrastructure in some areas. Fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea until July 26 due to squally weather and strong winds.

Udupi and Dakshina Kannada: Schools, PU, and ITI colleges in Udupi and Mangaluru taluk (Dakshina Kannada district) have declared a holiday for July 24, 2025. This decision has been made by the respective district administrations as a precautionary measure due to heavy rainfall and the red alert issued by the IMD.

Other Districts: While there isn’t a statewide school holiday for July 24, other districts, especially those in coastal Karnataka and the Malnad region (like Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, and Shivamogga) that are under heavy rain alerts, may also have district-specific closures.

Local administrations have the authority to make such decisions based on real-time weather conditions.

Important Advice for Parents and Students:

Stay updated: Continuously monitor official announcements from district administrations, and direct communication from your child’s school (SMS, WhatsApp groups, official websites).

Follow safety guidelines: Adhere to any safety instructions issued by local authorities during heavy rain. It’s crucial to rely on official announcements from your specific district for the most accurate information on school closures.

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