The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a significant increase in rainfall across Karnataka starting August 18, 2025, driven by a cyclonic circulation formed due to a low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal. This weather system is expected to bring heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, particularly in the coastal and Malnad regions, raising concerns about landslides, flooding, and traffic disruptions.Bengaluru Drenched: Heavy Rain Disrupts Weekend, Floods Roads..!
A red alert has been issued for Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, and Shivamogga districts, with extremely heavy rainfall (over 204.5 mm in 24 hours) anticipated until August 24, 2025. These areas are at high risk for landslides, flash floods, and uprooted trees.
Coastal areas like Mangaluru, Bantwal, and Puttur have already recorded 150–200 mm of rainfall, causing road blockages, while Begar village in Shringeri taluk, Chikkamagaluru, reported a state-high 204.5 mm. Other locations, such as Agumbe (Shivamogga) with 14 cm, Kammardi and Shringeri (Chikkamagaluru) with 10 cm each, and Siddapura (Udupi) and Dharmasthala (Dakshina Kannada) with 7 cm, have also seen significant rainfall.Karnataka Reels Under Heavy Rainfall Until August 17: Bengaluru Faces Flooded Roads and Traffic Chaos..!
An orange alert is in place for Belagavi, Haveri, Hassan, and Kodagu, where heavy rainfall (6–11 cm) accompanied by winds of 40–60 kmph is expected. Yellow alerts have been issued for Mysuru, Davanagere, Chitradurga, Chamarajanagar, Yadgir, Bidar, and Gadag, forecasting moderate to light rainfall.
Other districts, including Ramanagara, Vijayanagara, Tumakuru, Mandya, Kolar, Chikkaballapura, Bengaluru Rural, Bengaluru Urban, Raichur, and Koppal, may also experience rain, though with lower intensity.The state government and local administration have taken proactive measures to mitigate risks.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) are deployed in vulnerable areas. Schools in Chikkamagaluru’s Koppa, Kalasa, Mudigere, Shringeri, and N.R. Pura taluks have been closed. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea, and farmers are urged to take precautions to protect crops from damage. Heavy Rainfall Alert in Karnataka Due to Bay of Bengal Cyclone and Low-Pressure System Starting August 15, 2025..!
In Bengaluru, light to moderate rainfall is expected from August 17 to 21, with temperatures recorded at HAL (27.6°C max, 20.2°C min) and Bengaluru City (26.4°C max, 20.1°C min). Waterlogging has already disrupted traffic in several city areas. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar are scheduled to visit rain-affected regions to assess the situation.
With heavy rainfall forecast until August 24, the public is urged to remain vigilant, especially in red alert districts prone to landslides and floods. Residents are advised to follow local administration guidelines, avoid waterlogged areas, and take safety measures to minimize crop damage and ensure personal safety.Heavy Rain and Storms Expected in Jharkhand Due to Bay of Bengal Low Pressure System..!