Kasaragod District Collector K. Inbashekar
Kasaragod: Kasaragod District Collector K. Inbashekar has declared a holiday for all schools in the district on July 31 as a precautionary measure owing to continuous heavy rainfall.
According to the order, the leave does not apply to pre-scheduled examinations. Schools also remained closed on July 29, Tuesday.
The district has been experiencing a flood like situation over the past 24 hours due to torrential rains. A meeting of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) was convened on Tuesday under the leadership of the District Collector, discussions were held on preparing for necessary emergency operations and ensuring the safety of residents.
Meanwhile the district administration has advised residents living in low-lying areas and near riverbanks to relocate to safer places if necessary. Additionally, the district administration has emphasized the need for caution in areas prone to landslides.
