“Deadly Storm Hits Uttar Pradesh: What Happened and Why It Matters”
"The powerful storm caused severe disruption and widespread damage in several parts of Uttar Pradesh."
Disaster response teams carried out rescue and restoration efforts as strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning disrupted normal life across several regions of Uttar Pradesh.
Emergency Response After the UP Storm
A powerful and unseasonal storm struck several districts of Uttar Pradesh on May 13, bringing heavy rainfall, lightning, hailstorms, and intense winds that caused widespread destruction across the state. According to official reports, at least 89 people lost their lives while more than 50 others were injured in weather-related incidents. The storm severely affected districts including Prayagraj, Bhadohi, Fatehpur, Mirzapur, Budaun, Sonbhadra, Bareilly, and Chandauli, where strong winds uprooted trees, damaged houses, collapsed walls, disrupted transportation, and caused major electricity outages.