Storm causes damage in Purnia, West Benga

April 22, 2015 11:53

Four persons were killed in a severe storm in Purnia that uprooted trees, destroyed crops and disrupted traffic.

"Four persons were killed in different parts of the district due to the storm. Standing crop of maize, wheat and pulses have been destroyed in over thousands of hectares. Traffic on NH 80, 107 and 57 is obstructed as trees along them have been uprooted," Purnia district magistrate Rajesh Kumar said.

The storm hit around 10.30 pm last night and uprooted thousands of trees and electricity supply lines in the district. Several huts were totally damaged.

The maximum damage took place at Dagarua, Dhamdaha, Baisi, Purnia and Krityanand Nagar blocks, it has been reported.

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