Coastal Karnataka braces for more rain, roads and homes flooded in Mangaluru
Meanwhile, authorities have restricted two- and three-wheeler movement on a key stretch of National Highway-66 between Suratkal and Nantoor Junction in Dakshina Kannada, citing safety concerns. Continuous rainfall has damaged parts of the highway and a speed limit of 50 km/h has been imposed to reduce the risk of accidents.Invoking Section 31 of the National Highways (Land and Traffic) Act, 2002, officials have diverted smaller vehicles to designated service roads for the duration of the monsoon, expected to continue until September 2025. Although the IMD had issued red alerts over the past three days with minimal rainfall, Friday's downpour marked a significant shift, bringing intense and widespread rain. With overcast skies persisting, officials warn that more heavy rainfall is likely. The red alert for Dakshina Kannada district remains in place until the morning of June 16 and the authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.Must Watch
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