A tragic incident in Mangaluru, Karnataka, claimed the lives of three individuals, including two minor girls, and left three others injured after a compound wall collapsed onto four houses. The accident occurred in the Nagori area, prompting an immediate response from multiple rescue agencies.
Rescue Operation Details
Personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Fire and Emergency Services, police, and local rescue teams carried out the operation. The teams worked tirelessly to extricate those trapped under the debris. According to officials, the rescue effort was coordinated efficiently, with all survivors pulled out within hours.
Casualties and Injuries
Three people lost their lives in the collapse: two minor girls and one adult. Three others sustained injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. The condition of the injured is reported to be stable. The deceased were identified by local authorities, and their families have been informed.
Background and Impact
The compound wall, which gave way suddenly, collapsed onto four adjacent houses in the densely populated Nagori locality. Residents described hearing a loud noise before the wall crumbled. The incident has raised concerns about the structural safety of old walls in the area. Local authorities have promised an inquiry into the cause of the collapse and are assessing compensation for the affected families. The NDRF confirmed that the search operation concluded after ensuring no one else was trapped.
