Inclement weather in UP claims three lives

Lucknow, Apr 29 (UNI) Rain accompanied by thunderstorm in the wee hours today claimed three lives across Uttar Pradesh.

Police Department sources said here three people were killed in a wall collapse triggered by inclement weather in the wee hours in Hardoi district today. Seven others were hurt in similar incidents.

Gusty winds and showers also wreaked havoc on many trees and mango crop in the state.

State Weather Department sources said here that a maximum of ten mm rain was recorded in Lucknow and Sultanpur, giving respite to the people from the scorching heat.

Meanwhile, central UP district of Jhansi stood hottest in the state at 43 degree celsius, while state capital recorded a maximum of 39 degrees.

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