Eight People Drown in Karnataka River, Search and Rescue Operations Underway
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- •At least eight people, including seven women, drowned in the Thatte Hakkalu river in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district.
- •The incident occurred near the town of Bhatkal, with local authorities and emergency teams launching a large-scale search and rescue operation.
- •Several people were swept away while bathing in the river, and the death toll may rise as the search operation continues.
- •The Thatte Hakkalu river is a popular spot for locals and tourists, but the incident highlights the risks associated with water bodies, especially during the monsoon season.
- •Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
A tragic incident occurred on Sunday in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district, where at least eight people, including seven women, lost their lives after drowning in the Thatte Hakkalu river. According to police sources, the incident took place near the town of Bhatkal. Local authorities and emergency teams have launched a large-scale search and rescue operation in the area.
Eyewitnesses reported that several people were swept away while bathing in the river. The incident has sent shockwaves in the region, with many residents and authorities rushing to the scene to assist in the rescue efforts. Officials have warned that the death toll may rise as the search operation continues, and rescue personnel are working tirelessly to locate any remaining missing individuals.



