July 31, 2023 8:46 PM

Odisha: At least eight people died, others injured due to lightning following heavy to very heavy rainfalls in different parts of the state

In Odisha, at least eight people died and some others injured due to lightning this afternoon following heavy to very heavy rainfalls in different parts of the state. Capital city Bhubaneswar experienced very heavy rainfall accompanied by lightning and thunder, throwing life out of gear. The downpour was so intense that the rainwater was found flowing at knee-high in several areas for a long time. The movement of vehicular traffic was thrown out of gear, while many houses are reported to be wate...