Rain, dust storm kill 8, disrupt life in Mumbai
Business Standard|May 14, 2024
Rain and strong gusts of wind swept through several parts of Mumbai on Monday, killing eight people and wounding nearly 60 others, while damaging property and resulting in the suspension of flight and train operations.
Rain, dust storm kill 8, disrupt life in Mumbai

Eight people were reportedly killed and over 59 injured when a 100-foot tall illegal billboard fell on a petrol pump in Ghatkopar area of Mumbai as unseasonal rains accompanied by dust storms lashed the city.

The pump stands on police land and retails BPCL (Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited) fuel.

Approximately 50-60 individuals are still believed to be trapped," Mumbai Police posted on X.

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