Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:57am on 02 Jun 2024,Sunday India
Tragedy struck in Saphai village in Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district when three minors died and several others are in critical condition after consuming wild mushrooms. The affected families were rushed to the government MCH hospital in Jowai, where the minors succumbed to their condition. The victims' ages ranged from 8 to 14 years. The condition of the other affected individuals, including children and adults, remains critical. The incident highlights the dangers of consuming wild mushrooms, which can be poisonous and deadly. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident.