Hailstorm hits parts of Kodagu, crops damaged

coastaldigest.com news network
February 19, 2021

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Madikeri, Feb 19: Rainfall accompanied by hailstorm lashed parts of Kodagu district today.

The hailstones has created fear among the farmers in the region.

Though exact data of loss of crops is not yet available, as per farmers crops that are nearing the harvesting season, seem to have suffered a major blow in some parts. 

The gusty winds also damaged the standing crops. 

Heaps of hailstones were found on the roads, coffee estates, roof of the houses, arecanut and coconut plantations at Mullooru, Nidta, Ankanahalli, Gudugalale and other areas.

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