The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted that the monsoon has intensified across Karnataka, with heavy rainfall expected in several parts of the state over the next two days. An orange alert has been issued for coastal districts such as Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada, as well as Malnad districts like Chikkamagaluru and Shivamogga, indicating the likelihood of heavy rainfall.Karnataka Braces for Heavy Rainfall and Cyclone Impact with Red and Orange Alerts Issued..!
A yellow alert has been issued for Hassan, Dharwad, and Belagavi, where moderate rainfall is anticipated. Other districts, including Bagalkote, Bidar, Gadag, Haveri, Kalaburagi, Koppal, Raichur, Vijayapura, Yadgir, Bengaluru Rural, Bengaluru Urban, Chamarajanagar, Chitradurga, Davanagere, Kodagu, Kolar, Mandya, Mysuru, Ramanagara, Tumakuru, and Vijayanagara, are likely to experience light to moderate rainfall.
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In coastal districts, particularly Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada, heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is expected. The IMD has indicated that wind speeds may reach 40-50 kmph in these areas. The heavy rainfall could lead to waterlogging in low-lying areas, prompting local administrations to implement precautionary measures.
In the Malnad regions of Chikkamagaluru and Shivamogga, schools have been closed due to the forecast of torrential rain.South interior districts such as Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mandya, and Chamarajanagar are expected to receive light to moderate rainfall. In Bengaluru, the maximum temperature is likely to be around 26°C, with a minimum of 20°C. The rainfall may cause waterlogging on roads, leading to traffic disruptions and potential flooding in low-lying areas.Karnataka Braces for Heavy Rainfall Until August 24, 2025: IMD Issues Red Alert for Five Districts Amid Cyclone Threat..!
While the heavy rainfall is beneficial for agriculture, there are concerns about potential risks such as waterlogging and landslides. The State Disaster Monitoring Centre has urged residents along the Cauvery River to move to safer locations. In coastal and Malnad regions, rivers may exceed danger levels due to the heavy rainfall.IMD Issues Heavy Rain Warning for Mumbai..!