Two dead, 23 injured as dust storm sweeps Delhi

At least two people were killed and 23 injured in storm-related incidents as strong winds uprooted trees, electricity poles and led to portions of walls collapsing across Delhi.

A dust storm swept the national capital late Friday night. Representative image. Credit: iStock PhotoNew Delhi: At least two people were killed and 23 injured in storm-related incidents as strong winds uprooted trees, electricity poles and led to portions of walls collapsing across Delhi.

Power was also disrupted in many areas as a dust storm swept the national capital late Friday night.

According to officials, they received 152 calls, including 130 made to the Delhi Fire Service (DFS), regarding incidents of uprooting of trees, electricity poles and hoardings.

They said 55 calls were also received about collapse of portions of buildings and structures in the city.

Source: https://www.deccanherald.com/india/delhi/two-dead-23-injured-as-dust-storm-sweeps-delhi-3018205

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