Tragedy Strikes in Pune: Family of Five Swept Away by Waterfall
Five people, including a woman and four minors, lost their lives in a tragic incident at a waterfall in Lonavala, Pune, on Sunday.
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The bodies of Shaista, Amaima, and Umaish were recovered late Sunday evening from the dam, while the search for the remaining two victims is ongoing. Local residents suspect that the family may have slipped on the mossy stones at the base of the falls, got carried away in the force of the water, and met a watery end in the Bhushi Dam waters, which were lashed by heavy rainfall in the past few days. The Lonavala Police have issued an appeal asking people to exercise extreme caution while visiting popular monsoon picnic spots in and around the hill station, and to refrain from straying into unknown or isolated areas that may prove dangerous.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at the waterfall in Lonavala, Pune?
Five people, including a woman and four minors, lost their lives after being swept away by the waterfall.
Who were the victims in the incident?
The deceased have been identified as Shaista L. Ansari (36), Amaima A. Ansari (13), Umaish A. Ansari (8), Adnan S. Ansari (9), and Maria A. Syed (9).
What is suspected to have caused the incident?
Local residents suspect that the family may have slipped on the mossy stones at the base of the falls, got carried away in the force of the water, and met a watery end in the Bhushi Dam waters.
What warning has been issued by the authorities?
The Lonavala Police have issued an appeal asking people to exercise extreme caution while visiting popular monsoon picnic spots in and around the hill station, and to refrain from straying into unknown or isolated areas that may prove dangerous.
What is the current status of the search operation?
The bodies of three victims have been recovered, while the search for the remaining two victims is ongoing.
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