Mangaluru : Dakshina Kannada, heavy rain accompanied by gusty winds lashed several parts on Thursday. Major rivers in the district are in spate.

Nearly 20 electricity poles were damaged in Gurupura resulting in disruption in power supply. A transformer was damaged in Yedapadavu. A few houses were damaged in Baikampady in the city.

According to India Meteorological Department, strong winds with speeds reaching up to 60 kmph and high tides in the sea ranging up to 5.7 m are likely to prevail along the coast on Friday. Fishermen have been advised not to go fishing.