Guwahati: Assam has been pounded by thunderstorms and rains since Thursday, with at least 11 people killed in lightning and severe storms, officials said. Thunderstorms and rains have lashed several parts of Assam.
The massive storm wrecked havoc on Dibrugarh's Kherni village on Friday evening, killing four people. Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), Dibrugarh district project officer, Deepjyoti Hatikakoti said, "At least four people were killed in a thunderstorm in Tingkong revenue village in Dibrugarh district on Friday evening after a strong storm lashed out and uprooted trees in the area."
"Many houses and property were damaged during the storm. People are taking refuge in schools and government offices," he added.