Heavy rains damage homes and halt road traffic across Udupi district

Heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours has ravaged the Udupi district, damaging dozens of houses and destabilising the local road network.

The storm, classified as a cyclonic drizzle, followed a pattern of frequent downpours across the coastal Karnataka region. Meteorological agencies announced earlier this week that the area would experience below‑average wind speeds but strong rain showers.

The deluge has led to landslides and flooding on several key routes, causing traffic delays and forcing residents to seek alternative routes. Local authorities are dispatching repair crews and have set up temporary shelters for affected families. Source: Google News – Udupi District.