Bengaluru battles severe rain and hailstorm - Trees uprooted, cars damaged

Bengaluru experienced heavy rain and a hailstorm Sunday, disrupting normal life and causing widespread inconvenience.

A large tree was uprooted during strong winds and rain, damaging two cars at Jayanagara 4th Block.

Heavy showers began Saturday afternoon, following high temperatures, and continued into the night.

Rain turned into thunderstorms and hailstorms, providing respite from heat but causing traffic snarls.

Intense thunderstorms and strong winds uprooted several trees, causing disruptions at Trinity Metro Station on the Purple Line. One uprooted tree fell on the metro track, halting services temporarily.

Waterlogged roads caused significant traffic delays, inconveniencing many commuters across the city.

The hailstorm surprised residents with large hailstones, damaging rooftops and several cars.

Social media was filled with visuals of the hailstorm and rain, showing its impact on different parts of the city.

Authorities advised residents to stay indoors and exercise caution until the weather stabilized.

Meteorologists forecast continued heavy rain and storms in the coming days, urging residents to remain prepared and stay updated on weather advisories for safety.