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Sandfields community to restore temple hall by January 2026
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|May 28, 2025
THE Sandfields Siva Subramaniar temple hall, in Sandfields, devastated by the June 2024 tornado, is set to reopen by January nex year, thanks to community support and rebuilding efforts While the 95-year-old temple suffered minimal damage, the hall was completely destroyed.
Vijen Subramunier, chairperson of the temple, said the temple stood the test of the “powerful” tornado.
“There was some damage to the temple’s roof, windows, doors and part of the ceiling.
“However, there was not any damage in the shrine where our murthies (sacred images or idols of deities in Hinduism) are housed.
“Following the tornado, our team made a decision that the temple should be fixed immediately.
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