Over 280 people shifted out of Kerala village after hearing 'explosion-like' sounds

TOI City Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Oct 30, 2024, 08:18 IST

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Over 280 residents were evacuated to safety after hearing explosion-like sounds and feeling mild tremors in the Anakkallu area. Authorities responded swiftly, moving families to a school building late Tuesday night. The sounds caused panic, but villagers began returning home by Wednesday morning as the situation stabilized.

Over 280 people shifted out of Kerala village after hearing 'explosion-like' sounds

More than 280 residents from Anakkallu were relocated to a school building after hearing explosion-like sounds and feeling tremors. The events occurred late Tuesday night and were followed by prompt intervention from police and officials.

NEW DELHI: More than 280 people were moved to safety after they reported hearing "explosion-like" sounds accompanied by tremors in the Anakkallu area, police said on Wednesday.
A total of 287 individuals from 85 families were relocated to a school building late Tuesday night following the alarming reports. The first sound was heard around 9.15pm, followed by two more at 10.15pm and 10.45pm, each accompanied by mild tremors.
The sounds were detected within a two-kilometer radius, creating panic among local residents. Police, revenue officials, and local representatives quickly responded to the situation, arriving at the scene to ensure the safety of the families.
By Wednesday morning, villagers began returning to their homes as the situation stabilized, according to a police officer.

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