Visitors at Odisha\u2019s world-famous Chilika Lake were left stunned and terrified after witnessing a massive sky-high tornado swirling over the lake in a rare spectacle on Sunday. While Odisha, a coastal state, is prone to cyclones and typhoons around this time of the year, this is perhaps the first time a tornado has been witnessed anywhere in the state, making it a sight to behold.<\/p>\n
The rare phenomenon, resembling a waterspout or massive whirlwind, was spotted in the southwestern direction of Goddess Kalijai Temple, the presiding deity of Chilika lake.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
According to eyewitnesses, the tornado appeared suddenly while hundreds of tourists were enjoying boat rides and sightseeing at the tourist attraction.<\/p>\n
The sudden shift in atmospheric pressure created a towering spiral of wind and water, triggering panic among visitors, many of whom screamed and ran for safety.<\/p>\n
Locals referred to the phenomenon as \u2018Hatiasundha\u2019 \u2014 meaning elephant trunk \u2014 owing to its distinct shape.<\/p>\n
The spectacle lasted for a few minutes before fading away. Several tourists managed to capture videos of the rare event, which have since gone viral across social media platforms.<\/p>\n
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