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In Dakshina Kannada district, the downpour intensified on Sunday evening, accompanied by thunder and lightning. Numerous areas including Sullia, Belthangadi, and Puttur experienced heavy rainfall, with some locations even witnessing hailstorms.
The inclement weather has left a trail of destruction in its wake. Agricultural fields near Kadirudyavara in Belthangadi taluk suffered significant damage, while houses in villages like Veerakamba and Punacha faced structural harm from fallen trees. Additionally, the roof of a school building in Vitla Patnur village was damaged by the force of the wind.
In Udupi district, moderate to heavy rains were reported, affecting areas such as Karkala, Kaup, and Hebri. Despite intermittent sunshine, drizzles persisted in several parts, including Udupi and Malpe.
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Wind, thunder, and hailstorms occurred in different parts of the Puttur taluk. It rained well for about half an hour. Some houses were damaged in the city.
The agricultural sector bore the brunt of the weather’s fury, with papaya plantations destroyed in Belthangadi taluk and arecanut plantations suffering damage across Ilantila. Mescom, the local power utility, incurred losses due to broken electric poles and infrastructure damage.
Weather forecast
Forecasters predict continued rainfall in the coastal region for the next four days, urging residents to exercise caution. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a “Yellow Alert,” warning of thunderstorms and lightning during this period.