Lightning Strike Hits Udupi District, Damages Five Houses

On a clear morning in Udupi district, a sudden lightning strike caused a tree to fall, damaging five nearby houses, authorities reported.

The incident occurred during an unexpectedly active thunderstorm that swept across the region. The tree, a mature coconut palm, fell onto a cluster of residential homes in the Vennala area, crushing thatched roofs and breaking windows.

Local residents are dealing with the damage and are seeking assistance from municipal authorities and relief agencies to repair roofs and replace damaged belongings. The Department of Meteorology has issued a warning about increased lightning activity during the monsoon season.

Source: Google News – Udupi District.