On July 8, near Kannarpady-Kadekar Road in Udupi, a harrowing incident unfolded as a car was swept away by swiftly flowing water amidst heavy rainfall. Despite the vehicle being completely submerged, all four occupants narrowly escaped with their lives.
The terrifying ordeal occurred on a road submerged by torrential rain, where the swiftly flowing water overwhelmed the car, causing it to be carried away. Fortunately, the occupants managed to exit the vehicle as it submerged.
Swift action from firefighters and local residents was crucial in rescuing the stranded occupants and retrieving the submerged car from a nearby field where it came to rest after being swept away.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by heavy rainfall and flooding, urging everyone to exercise extreme caution during such weather conditions. Authorities continue to emphasize the importance of heeding weather advisories and avoiding risky situations on waterlogged roads.