Karnataka schools closed in three taluks as heavy rain triggers orange alert

Karnataka schools closed in three taluks as heavy rain triggers orange alert

Schools in three taluks of Karnataka’s Uttara Kannada district—Karwar, Ankola, and Kumta—remained closed on July 24 due to heavy rainfall. The closure followed an orange alert issued by the India Meteorological Department, warning of intense precipitation. The Met department also predicted continued heavy showers across Karnataka in the coming days. The decision to shut schools was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure student safety amid waterlogging and potential disruptions.