Bengaluru prepares for heavy downpour as IMD issues yellow alert across 11 districts

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heavy rainfall expected to continue until October 24. According to the IMD, «residents in Bengaluru will wake up to a generally cloudy sky, accompanied by rain and thunderstorms» for the next seven days.

Rising Water Levels and Traffic Disruptions in Bengaluru

The heavy rain that started early on Saturday morning caused significant traffic disruptions in various parts of Bengaluru. Some areas were hit by heavy downpours, while others experienced lighter drizzles, according to reports by the Indian news agency IANS. The rain has already led to widespread waterlogging in low-lying areas, and the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) deployed tractors to help residents in an apartment complex affected by the floods. Local tech hub Manyata Tech Park, which houses several major companies, was also submerged.

Heavy Rain Extends to Coastal Karnataka

The yellow alert extends to the coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada, where «heavy winds have been creating near-cyclonic conditions,» as reported by IANS. Tourists and locals in these regions have been advised to stay indoors, while all adventure and water-based activities have been suspended until further notice. Authorities have warned against visiting beaches as a safety precaution.

Significant Rainfall Recorded in Bengaluru

Typically, Bengaluru sees around 5 mm of rain during this period of the year, but on October 15, the city recorded a dramatic 65 mm of rainfall—an increase of 228%, leading to widespread flooding. More than 140