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Four die as roof collapses on family's rented home in Karnataka during heavy rain
Four members of the Badiger family died when the roof of their temporary home collapsed during heavy rain and strong winds in Moratagi village, Vijayapura district. Rescue teams and locals cleared the rubble, and police opened an investigation.
Why It Matters
The tragedy highlights risks of living in old or temporary structures during severe weather and emphasizes the need for prompt emergency response and safer housing arrangements.
Timeline
4 Events
News article reporting the incident published
May 15, 2026
A news article reporting the incident was published on May 15, 2026, detailing the collapse, victims, and ongoing response.
Police visit scene; investigation underway
May 14, 2026
Police officials visited the spot and said that an investigation was underway into the incident.
Rescue operations launched with help of locals after roof collapse
May 14, 2026
Fire and Emergency Services personnel rushed to the scene and, with help from local villagers, launched rescue operations and began clearing the rubble to search for anyone trapped.
Roof collapses in Moratagi village during heavy rain, killing four members of a family
May 14, 2026
On the night of May 14, 2026, in Moratagi village of Alamela taluk in Vijayapura district, heavy rain and strong winds caused the roof of a house to collapse. The family had temporarily moved to an old rented house due to ongoing renovations. The four deceased were Gurunath Badiger, 35; Jyoti Badiger, 28; Kalamma Badiger, 13; and Keerthi Badiger, 9. All were asleep when the collapse occurred, and they died on the spot.