Key Points

Heavy rainfall has disrupted normal life in Karnataka's Kodagu and Udupi districts, prompting authorities to shut schools and colleges. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Telangana, predicting light to moderate rain over the next few days. Hyderabad is expected to see increased rainfall activity starting Thursday. Coastal and South Interior Karnataka may experience isolated heavy showers this week.

Key Points: Kodagu Schools Colleges Shut as Heavy Rain Lashes Karnataka

  • Heavy rain forces school closures in Kodagu and Udupi districts
  • IMD predicts light to moderate rain in Telangana for 2-3 days
  • Yellow alert issued for Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu
  • Hyderabad to see increased rainfall from Thursday
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Schools, colleges shut due to heavy rain in Karnataka's Kodagu

Karnataka's Kodagu and Udupi districts close schools amid heavy rainfall, IMD issues yellow alert for Telangana and coastal regions.

"Hyderabad is likely to experience very light drizzle today, but from tomorrow, there will be an increase in rainfall activity – K Nagaratna, IMD Hyderabad"

Kodagu, July 18

Deputy Commissioner & District Magistrate of Kodagu (Coorg) district in Karnataka, Venkata Raju, announced that Schools and colleges would be closed following the continuation of heavy rain in Kodagu.

Rain was reported in Kodagu districts, including Madikeri, Virajpet, and Somwarpet.

Additionally, the Deputy Commissioner of Udupi also ordered that schools and Anganwadis in areas affected by heavy rain in Udupi district will remain closed.

Rain continues in Udupi district and coastal Karnataka, including Dakshina Kannada and Uttara Kannada.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the state of Telangana on Wednesday, indicating the likelihood of light to moderate rainfall in the coming days, according to the Director of Hyderabad Meteorological Centre, K Nagaratna.

Speaking to ANI, Nagaratna said, "At present, the synoptic situation indicates that there is a monsoon trough extending from a well-marked low pressure of area of North West Rajasthan to South West Bihar and under its influence, Telangana during the next two to three days is likely to have light to moderate rains in one or two places."

Nagaratna added that yellow warnings have been issued for Telangana, with the possibility of heavy rainfall in several areas during the period. "In the coming two to three days, many places in the state are expected to receive light to moderate rains," she said.

Specifically for Hyderabad, Nagaratna noted that the rainfall activity is expected to increase from Thursday onwards. "Hyderabad is likely to experience very light drizzle today, but from tomorrow, there will be an increase in rainfall activity," she added.

According to a release from the IMD, isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Kerala and Mahe, Tamil Nadu, Coastal and South Interior Karnataka during July 16-22; isolated heavy rainfall is likely over Lakshadweep on July 18-20; and Rayalaseema on July 18 and 19, as well as Telangana during July 17-18.

Isolated to scattered rainfall over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yaman, and Telangana during the next seven days, the meteorological department said.

- ANI

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Rohit P
As someone from Madikeri, I can confirm the rains are really bad this year. Our coffee plantations are suffering too. But I appreciate the DC's quick action - last year many school buses got stuck in floods.
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Arjun K
While closing schools is necessary, what about online classes? Many private schools have infrastructure but aren't utilizing it. Education shouldn't completely stop because of rains.
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Sarah B
My cousin teaches in Virajpet and says the school buildings themselves are leaking badly. This isn't just about transportation - infrastructure needs urgent attention before monsoon season every year.
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Karthik V
Climate change is making Karnataka monsoons unpredictable. We need better disaster preparedness plans rather than reactive measures. Kudos to IMD for accurate forecasts though!
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Meera T
Parents in coastal areas should also be careful. Many working couples rely on schools as safe spaces for kids. Maybe community centers can arrange temporary daycare during such emergencies?

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