Bengaluru Weather: Bengaluru faced intense rainfall on Thursday evening, which led to traffic disruptions, waterlogging, and a heartbreaking accident in the city. In a tragic incident on Katriguppe Main Road, a 45-year-old auto driver lost his life after a tree collapsed on his vehicle.
The victim, Mahesh, a resident of Bhavaneshwari Nagar near Ittamadu, was killed instantly when a large tree fell on his auto. According to police, the accident occurred around 7:30 PM when Mahesh had just dropped off a few passengers near the 43A bus stand and was stopping at a nearby fuel station. As traffic slowed ahead of him due to a cab, the tree suddenly came crashing down, crushing the front portion of the auto, according to a News9 report.
Thankfully, the cab driver and two women inside the cab managed to escape without injury.
Soon after the incident, local MLA Ravi Subrahmanya visited the site, took stock of the situation, and coordinated with BBMP (Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike) staff to have the fallen tree removed. Authorities later confirmed that Mahesh was living alone in Bhavaneshwari Nagar. His family has been informed, and a case has been registered at the Chennamma Lake Achukattu Police Station.
Bengaluru Weather: City Hit By Waterlogging and Traffic Delays
The downpour caused widespread waterlogging in several areas including Richmond Town, Shanthinagar, Majestic, KR Market, Rajajinagar, and surrounding localities. Streets were flooded, leading to massive traffic slowdowns, especially for two-wheeler riders. Many residents took refuge in bus shelters and shops to stay dry.
Bengaluru Weather: IMD Forecasts More Rain and Strong Winds
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of continued rainfall in Bengaluru over the next few hours. Hailstorms and wind speeds ranging from 40 to 60 kmph are expected in some parts of the city. In response, the Bengaluru Traffic Police has reported slow-moving traffic and advised commuters to exercise caution.