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Three Die as Homes Crumble in Heavy Downpour
20 Aug
Summary
- Heavy rains caused two mud houses to collapse, killing three.
- Elderly couple and another individual perished in separate incidents.
- Victims' families to receive Rs 4 lakh in financial assistance.
Tragic incidents unfolded in Mirzapur district when heavy rainfall caused the collapse of two mud houses, leading to the deaths of three elderly residents. In Rajauha village, an elderly couple sleeping in their home were trapped when the structure gave way around 11 pm. Sadly, they were declared deceased after villagers attempted a rescue.
Another mud house in Thapanwa village collapsed approximately two hours later, around 1 am. An elderly man and his wife were rescued by villagers, but the wife was pronounced dead at the hospital. Her husband was transferred for further medical attention in serious condition.
The district administration has responded by announcing financial aid of Rs 4 lakh for each affected family through the disaster relief fund. Investigations are also underway to ascertain why the victims had not benefited from government housing schemes. Residents have been strongly advised to avoid staying in mud houses during periods of heavy rain and to relocate to secure locations.
