Storms kill at least 96 in India's Uttar Pradesh state
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- Severe dust storms, heavy rain, and lightning struck northern India, particularly Uttar Pradesh, killing at least 96 people and injuring over 50.
- The storms caused damage to homes, crops, power infrastructure, and led to fallen trees blocking roads and railway tracks, prompting emergency response teams to clear debris.
- Many deaths resulted from falling trees, collapsing structures, and lightning strikes, with rural districts experiencing significant destruction.
- Residents reported sudden, intense storms causing panic, with strong winds tearing off roofs and damaging mud houses.
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered swift relief operations, compensation, and emergency aid for affected families within 24 hours.