Birds dead, roofs punctured, trees uprooted, houses gone: Massive hailstorm destroys Manipur

Dozens of birds were seen lying dead on the streets due to the impact of the hailstorm.

Fierce storms accompanied by heavy rains have been wreaking havoc in several parts of Manipur blowing off roofs, uprooting electrical lines, uprooting trees besides killing birds, damaging houses and vehicles on Sunday.

Disturbing weather conditions prevailing in the state led to power lines being cut off in several places.

Several houses were damaged in different parts of the state, including Canchipur and Tera in Imphal West, with hails leaving holes on tin roofs. Strong winds also blew away hutments in different areas.

In many areas the hails formed a thick white blanket.

Windshields of four-wheelers parked in the open developed cracks due to the hailstorm. Trees were also uprooted in many areas by the winds. The downpour led to several roads in the Imphal city being waterlogged. Traffic was disrupted as debris were scattered on the roads.

Dozens of birds were seen lying dead on the streets due to the impact of the hailstorm.

An official said the damage was being assessed.

The Met Department issued an orange alert of heavy to very heavy rains in several Northeastern states, including Manipur, till Tuesday.

Meanwhile, in the wake of the prevailing scenario, CM N Biren Singh has urged the general public to submit documents and photos of damaged houses to the respective DCs for appropriate relief measures.

The state government has launched helpline numbers to extend assistance to people In the wake of the hailstorm.

Bishnupur District: 9856401043, Tengnoupal District: 9366556373
Kakching District: 8787682707 / 9862054678, Tamenglong District: 9402816594, Imphal East District: 9366390171, Jiribam District: 70850 52630, Kangpokpi District: 81320 67577, Thoubal District: 7042114822 / 8787668199, Churachandpur District: 8837095176
Imphal West District: 8132854956

🚨 Urgent Assistance Alert 🚨

In the wake of the recent hailstorm impacting several areas across Manipur, our priority is ensuring swift assistance for those in need. To extend support, we've established helpline numbers in various districts:

1. Bishnupur District: 9856401043…

— N. Biren Singh (@NBirenSingh) May 5, 2024

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