14 dead as 100-feet tall billboard collapses in Mumbai in mud storm
The search for those buried under the billboard continues, authorities: photo: file
Mumbai: 14 people were killed when a 100 feet tall billboard collapsed due to a dust storm in the Indian city of Mumbai.
According to Indian media, the billboard fell on a petrol pump where a large number of people, including children, were there to fill petrol. 70 people were injured in the accident.
According to the authorities, the search for those buried under the giant billboard is going on. There is a chance in increase of casualties. Mumbai was hit by a sudden heavy dust storm last evening, resulting in damage to power and communication systems and severely affecting traffic flow.
For more updates and exciting news, you can visit the ABC Express website.