Rain tapers in K’taka but here’s why officials are still worried

Schools, PU colleges in Udupi, Dakshina Kannada to remain closed on Thursday, 1 August.

BySouth First Desk

Published Aug 01, 2024 | 7:01 PMUpdatedAug 01, 2024 | 7:01 PM

Karnataka rains

With the intensity of rain tapering in Karnataka, the officials said they can now control rain-related damages with pre-emptive and proactive measures and monitoring the inflow and outflow of water into rivers and dams. Meanwhile, schools and PU colleges in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada were closed on 1 August. But, officials have been concerned because there is a likelihood of some villages along the Sharavati river facing flooding.

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