Two killed, one rescued in flashfloods in Tamil Nadu

Two were killed at famous Courtallam Falls in Tamil Nadu after they were washed away by a sudden flash flood following a sudden heavy downpour.

Tenkasi (Tamil Nadu): Two women died after being washed away in flashfloods at the famous Courtallam Falls here while one was rescued, officials said on Wednesday.

Following flooding due to a sudden heavy downpour, the victims have washed away and their bodies were later retrieved by the Fire and Rescue Services personnel, said a release from the District Collector's office. One of the victims hailed from Chennai while the other belonged to Panruti in the Cuddalore district, it said. (PTI)