IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alert in Dakshina Kannada & Udupi District:

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for heavy rainfall in the coastal region of Karnataka, as well as the the southern interior parts. Heavy rain is expected to continue in all thee three districts of the coastal region — Udupi, Dakshina Kannada and Uttara Kannada.

Helplines have opened for the public to address their grievances. Life guards and coastal guards are being directed to keep an eye on the beaches and ensure no one goes near the sea.

Fishermen have been warned not to venture into the sea. The coastal region has also been warned of the possibility of heavy winds, thunder and lightning with torrential downpour.