Wild Elephant damages house in Coimbatore District

A wild elephant damaged a house at Kathirnaickenpalayam village in Coimbatore district after entering the residential area in search of food on Tuesday night.
The elephant, which came from the forest area, damaged the house belonging to Poongodi in Kathirnaickenpalayam, which falls under Kurudampalayam Panchayat.
It consumed ration rice kept inside the house and damaged the walls, roof and gate.
Forest Department personnel visited the spot after receiving information about the incident.
Residents said wild elephants frequently entered residential areas, creating fear among the
public.
They urged the Forest Department to take steps to prevent elephants from entering their neighbourhoods.
CCTV footage showing the elephant moving through the residential area has also been released.