Severe Winds and Rain Disrupt Life in Chandigarh Region
Chandigarh: 70kmph winds, trees toppled, outages throw life out of gear
Hindustan Times
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High winds reaching 70 km/h and rain caused significant damage across Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula on Sunday morning. Injuries were reported, power outages affected thousands, and flight operations were delayed as emergency services responded to fallen trees and damaged infrastructure.
- 01Winds of up to 70 km/h caused extensive damage in the Chandigarh region.
- 02Power outages affected thousands, particularly in Mohali, with some areas without electricity for hours.
- 03Injuries included a man hospitalized after a tree fell on him during a morning walk.
- 04Flight operations at Chandigarh International Airport experienced delays due to weather conditions.
- 05The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for thunderstorms and rain.
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On Sunday morning, the Chandigarh region experienced severe weather with winds reaching 70 km/h and significant rainfall, leading to widespread disruption. Areas in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula faced extensive damage, including 50 uprooted trees and 14 broken electric poles. Mohali was particularly hard-hit, with power outages affecting thousands of residents for hours. One man in Mohali's Sector 70 sustained serious injuries when a tree fell on him, while other incidents included a roof collapse in Barmajra village and vehicles damaged by falling trees. Emergency services responded quickly, but many areas remained without power until late evening. The Chandigarh International Airport reported delays in flight operations due to the weather. The India Meteorological Department noted that the minimum temperature dropped to 17.1Β°C, the lowest recorded in May since 1974, and issued a red alert for thunderstorms. An orange advisory was also announced for the following days, urging residents to prepare for continued adverse weather conditions.
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The severe weather led to power outages affecting daily routines, including water supply interruptions for residents.
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