PNS|Tirupati
Two persons, including an 11-year-old boy, were killed in separate lightning strikes in Tirupati district on Sunday. Karthik died at his mango orchard in Gollapalem village of Ojili mandal, while a farmer, Allam Bhaskar (37), was struck while working in his field at Oddigunta Kandriga village in Naidupet mandal.
Heavy rain, accompanied by strong winds, lashed Tirupati and surrounding areas for over two hours, leading to power outages, traffic disruptions, and crop damage. In Eluru, waterlogging affected vehicular movement and inundated the rythu bazaar. Home Minister V Anitha reviewed the situation and directed officials to ensure public safety.
