Four houses collapsed in Karungalpatti in Tamil Nadu’s Salem on Tuesday morning due to heavy rainfall, as per reports. Thirteen people have reportedly been rescued so far and sent to a government hospital. At least four other persons are still feared trapped under the debris, reports added. Fire department officials are reportedly clearing the debris and rescue operation is underway.
Tamil Nadu: Four houses collapsed in Salem district's Karungalpatti this morning due to heavy rain. 13 people rescued so far & sent to Salem govt hospital; 4 people still feared trapped under the debris. Fire dept officials are clearing the debris & rescue operation is underway. pic.twitter.com/cqg52eOsY4
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