Mumbai was hit by a dust storm accompanied by rains at several places on Monday, May 13. However, the dust storm caused havoc near Barkat Ali Naka, Shri G Tower in the eastern suburb of Wadala-Antop Hill road, Mumbai.
A 14 storey under-construction metal parking lot collapsed, showed the video. Over 30-50 cars suffered damage due to the collapse of the metal construction.
Two fire engines and a rescue van were rushed to the spot.
Earlier, Mumbai and the surrounding Thane district and several areas in the suburbs of Mumbai witnessed light showers and dust storms.
However, the strong dust storm led to a large hoarding collapsing in Ghatkopar which fell near the petrol pump station, causing injuries to 7 people who were admitted to a hospital.
The incident took place at Police Ground Petrol Pump, Eastern Express Highway, Pantnagar in Ghatkopar East and the injured were admitted to Rajawadi Hospital.
The gusty winds amid unseasonal rain were reported from several areas in Mumbai led to felling of several trees in different areas. The dus storm affected traffic on roads and local train operations. Flights were also affeected with water-logging being reported at certain areas.
