Storm hits Chhattisgarh's Sukma, several people injured

A severe storm hit the Dornapal area of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh injuring few people. IMD has predicted partly cloudy sky with the possibility of development of thunder lightning on May 17 and 18.

Chhattisgarh: Several people were injured in a severe storm that hit the Dronapal area of Sukma district here on Saturday evening.

Roofs of more than 20 houses were also damaged in the storm, including a COVID-19 quarantine centre. The patients were, however, rescued in time and no casualty was reported.The entire area went into a blackout as it had also damaged several electric poles.

Tehsildar Mahendra Lehre said, "The injured have been admitted to hospital. A survey will be conducted to provide relief to those affected by the winds."

Meanwhile, India Meteorological Department has predicted partly cloudy sky with the possibility of development of thunder lightning on May 17 and 18 and generally cloudy sky with thundery development for the state capital.

Inputs from ANI

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