Severe Storms Hit Northern India, Killing at Least 89 in Uttar Pradesh
Severe storms in Uttar Pradesh, northern India, on the evening of May 13th have resulted in at least 89 deaths and 53 injuries due to building collapses and uprooted trees. Authorities are conducting rescue and recovery operations, which are hampered by communication disruptions.
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Central News Agency, New Delhi, 14th - According to an official disaster report from India, strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning struck Uttar Pradesh on the evening of the 13th, causing severe damage in multiple areas. It is currently known that 89 people have lost their lives as a result.
The Times of India pointed out that the severe weather has caused serious disasters in many parts of Uttar Pradesh; among them, Prayagraj suffered the most, with 21 deaths.
Uttar Pradesh officials stated that from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM on the 13th, the state was hit by a strong sandstorm and heavy rain, causing building walls to collapse, trees to be uprooted, and frequent lightning, leading to tragic loss of life. The incidents also resulted in 53 injuries, the death of 114 livestock, and reports of damage to houses and other property in many places.
India Today reported that the severe weather caused widespread destruction in Uttar Pradesh, with damaged houses, disrupted traffic, and interrupted power and communication networks. Authorities are still carrying out rescue and post-disaster reconstruction work.
Local officials said that government personnel have arrived in various disaster areas to assess the damage and have begun clearing fallen trees from the roads. Traffic is expected to be restored soon, and efforts are underway to repair power outages.
The weather in most parts of Uttar Pradesh began to change abruptly around 5:00 PM on the 13th. Sandstorms and dark clouds obscured the sun, plunging the area into darkness despite it being daytime.
Due to the extreme storms, outdoor activities pose a great danger. Relevant authorities have urged the public to stay indoors, while police and administrative departments continue rescue operations in the disaster areas.
Local officials stated that the disruption of communication networks due to the severe weather has made rescue and recovery work more difficult.
Officials said that as rescue work continues in the disaster areas, the number of casualties may still increase. Rescue teams are currently deployed in the hardest-hit areas to restore power, communication, and traffic to normal as soon as possible. (Editor: Tien Jui-hua) 1150514
The Times of India pointed out that the severe weather has caused serious disasters in many parts of Uttar Pradesh; among them, Prayagraj suffered the most, with 21 deaths.
Uttar Pradesh officials stated that from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM on the 13th, the state was hit by a strong sandstorm and heavy rain, causing building walls to collapse, trees to be uprooted, and frequent lightning, leading to tragic loss of life. The incidents also resulted in 53 injuries, the death of 114 livestock, and reports of damage to houses and other property in many places.
India Today reported that the severe weather caused widespread destruction in Uttar Pradesh, with damaged houses, disrupted traffic, and interrupted power and communication networks. Authorities are still carrying out rescue and post-disaster reconstruction work.
Local officials said that government personnel have arrived in various disaster areas to assess the damage and have begun clearing fallen trees from the roads. Traffic is expected to be restored soon, and efforts are underway to repair power outages.
The weather in most parts of Uttar Pradesh began to change abruptly around 5:00 PM on the 13th. Sandstorms and dark clouds obscured the sun, plunging the area into darkness despite it being daytime.
Due to the extreme storms, outdoor activities pose a great danger. Relevant authorities have urged the public to stay indoors, while police and administrative departments continue rescue operations in the disaster areas.
Local officials stated that the disruption of communication networks due to the severe weather has made rescue and recovery work more difficult.
Officials said that as rescue work continues in the disaster areas, the number of casualties may still increase. Rescue teams are currently deployed in the hardest-hit areas to restore power, communication, and traffic to normal as soon as possible. (Editor: Tien Jui-hua) 1150514