16 March 2026 – Strong winds damaged several shelters of refugees from Myanmar near the India–Myanmar border in Manipur State, India, according to displaced residents.
Initial reports from Zalen said the windstorm struck at around 2:00 am on 15 March and lasted for more than three hours, blowing off the roofs of several shelters.
Three shelters had their roofs completely blown off, while several others were partially damaged. Some houses belonging to local villagers were also affected.
In total, seven shelters of refugee families were damaged, including three with severe roof damage. Residents have reportedly made temporary repairs so affected families can continue staying in their homes.
Later the same day, at around 2:30 pm on 15 March, hailstones fell in another village near the Indian border where refugees are living. The hail reportedly damaged the roofs of several houses and dormitories used by displaced students. – Reporting by Ben
