Karnataka heavy rain alert: announced school holiday on June 25
Karnataka heavy rain alert: Karnataka is currently experiencing and is expected to continue to receive heavy rainfall, primarily due to the active Southwest Monsoon. Karnataka heavy rain alert: announced school holiday on June 25.
Yes, a school holiday has been declared in Belagavi and Khanapur taluks for June 25th, 2025, due to heavy rainfall. Belagavi Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Roshan announced the holiday for all Anganwadi centers, as well as government, aided, and unaided primary schools, high schools, and undergraduate colleges in these two taluks to ensure the safety of students and staff amidst the continued downpours.
Current Status and Forecast (as of June 25, 2025):
Coastal Karnataka: Expect heavy to very heavy rainfall, along with strong surface winds. This includes districts like Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, and Udupi. This intense rain is expected to continue for the next few days.
Western Ghats: Continuous heavy rainfall is highly likely, posing a significant risk of landslides. Districts such as Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, and Shivamogga are under a heightened alert. For example, Madikeri is forecast to have overcast conditions with chances of showers and isolated thunderstorms for the coming days.
North Interior Karnataka: Heavy rain is also expected in these regions for the next few days. Districts like Belagavi, Dharwad, Gadag, and Haveri are under alert. Belagavi and Khanapur taluks specifically have declared a school holiday for June 25th due to the heavy rain.
South Interior Karnataka (including Bengaluru): Light to moderate rainfall is probable, with some heavy spells. Bengaluru is expected to have cloudy conditions with possible thunderstorms and breezy evenings. While not as severe as the coastal and Western Ghats regions, residents should be prepared for disruptions.
IMD Warnings and Alerts:
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued the following warnings for different sub-divisions of Karnataka:
Coastal Karnataka:
June 24-26 (Day 1-3): Very Heavy Rain with Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall, and Strong Surface Winds.
June 27-28 (Day 4-5): Heavy Rain.
June 29-30 (Day 6-7): No specific warning (rainfall intensity may decrease).
North Interior Karnataka:
June 24 (Day 1): Very Heavy Rain with Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall, and Strong Surface Winds.
June 25-27 (Day 2-4): Heavy Rain with Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc.
June 28 (Day 5): Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc.
June 29-30 (Day 6-7): No specific warning.
South Interior Karnataka:
June 24 (Day 1): Very Heavy Rain with Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall, and Strong Surface Winds.
June 25-28 (Day 2-5): Heavy Rain with Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall, and Strong Surface Winds.
June 29-30 (Day 6-7): No specific warning.
General Advisories:
Windy Conditions: Strong surface winds of 40-50 kmph are expected in many areas, particularly coastal and north interior Karnataka. Some areas in South Interior Karnataka, including Bengaluru Urban and Rural, and Mysuru districts, may experience sustained winds of 50-60 kmph.
Fishermen Warning: Fishermen are advised to avoid venturing into the sea along the Karnataka coast due to predicted squally weather.
Preparedness: Residents in affected areas should be vigilant about potential waterlogging, flooding, landslides (especially in the Western Ghats), and disruptions to traffic and daily life. It is recommended to stay updated with local news and official advisories.
The southwest monsoon arrived in Karnataka nearly 10 days earlier than its usual schedule this year, bringing significant rainfall across the state.
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