Schools Shut Down in Coastal Karnataka as Red Alert Hits Hard! 😱

TL;DR:Karnataka’s coastal regions — Kodagu, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada — are under a red alert from the IMD for heavy monsoon downpours 🌧️. As a safety measure, district authorities have declared holidays for schools, colleges, anganwadis, and PU institutions on July 18, 2025. Local roads are waterlogged, landslide risks are rising, and fishermen have been advised to stay ashore until July 22. Stay safe, everyone!

😬 What’s Happening?

• The IMD issued a red alert for Udupi, Kodagu, and Dakshina Kannada—expect extremely heavy rainfall (≥200 mm/day), along with strong winds of 40–50 km/h and gusts up to 60 km/h, especially near coasts.

• Kodagu (Madikeri, Virajpet, Somwarpet): Schools, PU colleges, and anganwadis are closed on July 18. Rain gauges show 60–150 mm in a single day—high risk of landslides and flash floods.

• Udupi & Dakshina Kannada: All anganwadis, primary and high schools, PU colleges have been given a holiday on July 18.

• Coastal roads and fields are flooded, and landslides have blocked some areas, with similar problems expected across Mangaluru and Surathkal.

✋ What You Should Do

1. Stay Home: Schools are closed today—keep kids indoors and limit outdoor travel.

2. Avoid risky areas: Stay away from hillslopes, rivers, footbridges, sea, and other water bodies—safety first.

3. Fishermen Alert: Fisherfolk should not venture into sea until July 22—high waves and squally winds are forecasted.

4. Stay Updated: Keep tabs on further IMD bulletins—orange alerts are in place for surrounding districts, and conditions may worsen.

🌱 Why It Matters

• Kodagu is especially vulnerable—already logged 4,500 mm of rain this monsoon; additional downpours could trigger serious disasters.

• Udupi & DK regions have already seen waterlogging and blocked roads; daily life and transport are seriously impacted.

🛠️ MediaFx Commentary (from the People’s Angle):

This monsoon chaos hits working-class families the hardest—school closures disrupt learning and daily schedules, flooding damages homes and roads, and livelihoods—especially fishermen—are at risk. The government must urgently provide public transport safety, relief camps, and landslide protections for vulnerable communities. Our call: prioritise lives, support the poor, and strengthen local infrastructure.

🚨 We Want to Hear From You!

Comment below:

• Did your school or office get closed?

• How’s the situation in your area—any waterlogging or landslides?

• Any suggestions for safety or community help?

Let’s stand united and safe 💪

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