A hailstorm accompanied by strong winds lashed across most parts of India's northeastern Manipur state on Friday. A child was killed and five others were injured.
The five-year-old boy lost his life when the wall of a house collapsed on him. His grandmother who was with him, was also injured.
The storm also destroyed hundreds of houses and structures.
[K. Panmei, Deputy Commissioner, Bishnupur District]:
"Around 600-700 houses and all roofs broken because of the hailstorm, and I think almost every single house was affected. So that has caused damage to great extent. If we are to assess the whole range of damage that would be tremendous."
Meanwhile, a relief camp was opened at the community hall where many families have taken shelter.
The high winds uprooted trees and knocked down electric poles.
The storm also destroyed a local school.
The five-year-old boy lost his life when the wall of a house collapsed on him. His grandmother who was with him, was also injured.
The storm also destroyed hundreds of houses and structures.
[K. Panmei, Deputy Commissioner, Bishnupur District]:
"Around 600-700 houses and all roofs broken because of the hailstorm, and I think almost every single house was affected. So that has caused damage to great extent. If we are to assess the whole range of damage that would be tremendous."
Meanwhile, a relief camp was opened at the community hall where many families have taken shelter.
The high winds uprooted trees and knocked down electric poles.
The storm also destroyed a local school.
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