IMD puts parts of K'taka on red alert as extremely heavy rain, winds predicted

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has put Uttar Kannada, Udupi and Dakshin Kannada on red alert as extremely heavy rain and strong surface winds are expected in these parts of Karnataka on Tuesday. Apart from these, Shimoga and Chikmagalur are also on red alert for Wednesday. The southwest monsoon entered India on June 4 and advanced further into other states.