Lightning Strike Kills Tree and Damages Five Homes in Udupi
By ETF Desk
A thunderstorm on Sunday in the Udupi district resulted in a lightning strike that felled a large tree, causing damage to five nearby houses. Authorities confirmed the incident occurred near a residential area in the district, with the strike reportedly occurring around midday.
Udupi officials have noted that this event follows a series of similar lightning-related incidents in the region during the monsoon season. Local residents have expressed concerns over the safety of nearby trees and the need for better lightning protection for homes.
The damage has left several families temporarily displaced, with they reporting no injuries. Local authorities have pledged to assess the structural integrity of the affected houses and ensure proper repairs are undertaken. Source: Google News – Udupi District.