Guwahati, 3 November (HS): A severe storm wreaked havoc in Sadiya in eastern Assam, claiming the life of a worker after a massive tree fell on a potato warehouse. The incident occurred amid high-velocity winds that caused extensive damage to infrastructure and residential properties across the region.

According to preliminary information, the worker was inside the potato warehouse when a huge tree collapsed on the structure, killing him on the spot.

The storm uprooted several large trees in different parts of the region, many of which fell on overhead electricity lines, snapping wires and disrupting power supply across several areas.

Several houses and other residential structures also suffered significant damage due to the strong winds.

In the Chapakhowa area of Sadiya, multiple uprooted trees fell across the national highway, completely blocking traffic and disrupting vehicular movement.

Local authorities are assessing the extent of the damage caused by the storm, including losses to residential properties and agricultural infrastructure. Further details regarding the incident and the overall damage are awaited.------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash