Bengaluru schools and colleges to function despite heavy rain and yellow alert- latest weather update

Residents of Bengaluru are preparing for another day of heavy rain as the weather department has issued a yellow alert for the city due to Cyclone Fengal's influence in the region. While many areas in southern India, including Chennai and Puducherry, have faced heavy downpours, Bengaluru is seeing similar weather conditions. Despite the grim weather forecast, no school holiday or college closure has been declared for today, December 2, 2024.

Cyclone Fengal's Continual Effect on Bengaluru Weather

Cyclone Fengal that made landfall close to Puducherry on November 30 has not lost steam as far as its effects on the weather across Karnataka, including in Bengaluru. The India Meteorological Department has warned that there will be torrential rains throughout the day that might lead to disruptions. Meanwhile, while Mandya, Mysuru, Hassan, Kodagu, and Shimoga have been put under an orange alert, Bengaluru remains under a yellow alert. This implies that the city should experience moderate to heavy rainfall but there is no threat of extreme conditions at this moment.

Though the Karnataka government has expressed concerns that school closure might be inevitable because of heavy rains, no announcement has been made so far. Schools and colleges are still operating normally in Bengaluru. It is a contrast to what was observed when such heavy rains occurred some weeks ago, when schools and colleges were closed. What to Expect in the Coming Days

According to the latest weather forecast, Bengaluru will experience a gradual easing of weather conditions. Light rain is expected to continue through Tuesday, December 3. From Wednesday onwards, the skies will be partly cloudy, and the city should remain dry for the rest of the week, with no major rainfall expected.

While Bengaluru continues to face the after-effects of Cyclone Fengal, it is important for residents and travelers to stay informed and monitor updates from the weather department. The cyclone had caused significant disruptions in neighboring cities, with Chennai airport being closed for hours due to strong winds and rain. In Puducherry, rainfall reached a record 46 cm on Sunday, highlighting the intensity of the cyclone's effects.