Red alert issued for three Coastal Karnataka districts as IMD predicts intense rainfall
Mangaluru: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has raised a red alert for Coastal Karnataka, signaling the anticipation of severe rainfall in the region.
The alert covers all three coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada, and is valid until 8:30 am on Wednesday. Following this, an orange alert will be in place until Thursday morning, with the possibility of thunderstorms along the coast.
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According to the IMD, the heavy rain and strong winds are expected to persist until July 8, creating potentially hazardous conditions. As a precautionary measure, the department has cautioned fishermen against venturing out into the sea during this period.
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Man killed in flat ceiling plaster crash, wife and son hurt
Thane (PTI): A 45-year-old man was killed, and his wife and son were injured when a portion of plaster from the ceiling collapsed in their flat in a seven-storey building in Thane on Saturday, officials said.
Chief of the Regional Disaster Management Cell, Yasin Tadvi, said the 16-year-old building is not listed in the "dangerous" category.
"The incident occurred in Karumdev Society at about 3 am. The plaster of the hall in a flat on the terrace floor suddenly fell while the occupants were asleep", he said.
Of the four people who were inside the room, two suffered minor injuries and were discharged after primary treatment, Tadvi stated.
The injured persons were identified as Arpita More (42), who suffered minor head injuries, and her son Arush More (16), who sustained injuries to both legs.
Manoj More (45), who sustained chest injuries, died during treatment at a private hospital.
