Karnataka's Monsoon Fury: Kudli Village Transformed into an Island, 100 Stranded Await Rescue

A dramatic scene unfolded in Karnataka’s Chikkamagaluru district, where the relentless monsoon fury has transformed Kudli, a tranquil hamlet in Mudigere taluk, into an isolated island. Unprecedented heavy rainfall, lashing the Western Ghats, has caused the Hemavati River to swell ferociously, submerging connecting roads and bridges and completely cutting off the village from the mainland.

The sudden deluge has left approximately 100 terrified residents stranded, their homes now surrounded by rapidly rising floodwaters.

The ordeal began as water levels surged, infiltrating homes and making movement impossible. The sole bridge connecting Kudli to the outside world was swept away, severing all access and leaving families trapped amidst the swirling currents.

The air was thick with apprehension as the community faced the grim reality of being marooned by nature's unbridled power.

In a swift and decisive response, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) personnel immediately rushed to the scene, launching a critical rescue operation. Their mission: to evacuate every stranded individual to safety.

Local authorities, including Deputy Commissioner Ramesh and Superintendent of Police Vikram Amathe, were on ground, overseeing the challenging efforts and assessing the full extent of the devastation.

The impact of the monsoon's wrath extends far beyond Kudli. Chikkamagaluru, along with neighboring Kodagu and Shivamogga districts, has been grappling with severe rain-induced havoc.

Roads have been rendered impassable by landslides and overflowing streams, disrupting daily life and communication. As a precautionary measure, educational institutions across these districts were ordered to remain closed, and an 'Orange Alert' has been declared, signaling the ongoing threat of heavy rainfall.

The focus remains firmly on the heroic efforts to rescue the stranded residents of Kudli, a testament to the resilience of communities and the dedication of emergency services battling the formidable force of the Karnataka monsoons.