Woman, daughter drown in makeshift tank near Karamadai in Coimbatore
A 50-year-old woman and her 35-year-old daughter drowned in a makeshift water tank in Coimbatore while attempting to rescue a family member. The son survived the incident and is currently receiving medical treatment.
Why it matters
This tragic event highlights the dangers associated with makeshift agricultural water storage pits.
A 50-year-old woman and her 35-year-old daughter drowned in a makeshift water storage pit in their farm near Karamadai in Coimbatore district on Friday, allegedly after jumping into the water one after another to rescue the former’s son.
The deceased were identified as S. Rajamani of Athimathaiyanur near Karamadai and her daughter Vigneshwari.
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