Torrential Rains and Rising Rivers in Kerala the southern state of Kerala has witnessed continuous and hefty rains for several days. Most rivers have risen, and so have the shutters of some of the dams. Landslides and cloudbursts have been received from various districts of the mentioned state. Many areas are submerged in water, and it is reported that many control rooms have been opened to assist people.
Many places are difficult to access, and during such difficult situations, one requires a special-purpose vehicle. Boat to evacuate the affected persons, which is why there are these few videos of young people. Modified Mahindra Bolero SUV help the trapped individuals inside their homes.
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Mahindra Bolero SUV: A Reliable Rescuer
These videos have, however, been shared on different social media pages. In the first video, an old-gen Mahindra Bolero is captured while cruising on a waterlogged road. The SUV was modified by fitting a snorkel. The SUV handles water without a hitch. It must be noted that at least four people are inside the SUV. We witnessed the SUV entering the porch of a house that was flooding with water.
The water level reached up to the window line of the car, particularly that of Mahindra Bolero. If you can see a Bolero from the outside, you will realize that it is an LMPV or a tall MUV, to be precise. Water entered the cabin. However, given that this was an old model car with very few electronics, the owner was unaffected. This brings us to witness how he masters the steering wheel of the SUV.
Successful Rescue Operations
The boys ride to the house, driving the Bolero, and save the house’s inhabitants. Since it was too deep, they made the residents sit on the roof and bonnet of the SUV. They moved the SUV out and then rescued the people. It seems ‘the Bolero’ even recovered a mini lorry submerged in water in one of the scenes.
Is this the First Time?
This is not the first time we have witnessed how the off-roaders’ community can unite to help people when they need it. The largest flood occurred in Kerala in 2018. Many 4×4 lovers used their cars to drive hilly terrain mud roads. They employed their SUVs to get people out and even deliver stuff where people were stuck for days and nights.
FAQs
What are some of how the Mahindra Bolero 4×4 was of assistance during the floods in Kerala?
Flood-affected people were saved by the Mahindra Bolero 4×4. That had been customized to maneuver, through water-logged roads and complex terrains. It came with a snorkel to enable it to work well when in deep water. This enabled rescuers to ferry persons to drylands.
Which changes were done to the Mahindra Bolero to turn them into useful means for the rescue operations?
A snorkel was fitted in the Mahindra Bolero to prevent water from getting into the engine compartment. Improvements were also likely made to the car’s suspension and tires. Protection from water and dirt to enable efficient operation in deep water and mud.
Were the Mahindra Bolero SUV efficient in the rescue missions?
The Mahindra Bolero we used was very efficient in crossing water and maxing out to the window line. Due to its construction and lack of electronics, it moved through. The flood and even self-recovered a sunken mini lorry.
Was there the use of a modified Mahindra Bolero SUV in other earlier floods in Kerala?
Yes, during the flood in Kerala in 2018, many of the groups owned modified four-wheelers and used them to rescue. People and also ferrying relief materials to some of the places where normal cars could not go. Proving that the community is always ready to come together and help in some difficult situations.
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