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Udipi: Whirl wind at Kanajar; destroys houses including temple

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Udipi; July 31: Due to the impact of gusty wind which started in the early morning hours on July 31, Wednesday flagpole, outside part and roof of the Kanajar Brahmalingeshwara temple has been completely damaged.

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As a result of gusty winds 3-4 trees fell on the roof of the temple causing damages to the tune of Rs 5 lac.Besides whirl winds also uprooted many giant trees nearby resulting the fall of many electric poles in the area causing the area to plunge into darkness due to power failure, resulting public to face troubles.

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With the help of locals and public, fallen trees on temple and houses had been cleared.

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The Karkala tahsildar has visited the spot and examined the extent of damages.

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