Heavy rainfall wreaks havoc in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, causing landslides and cloudbursts, leading to over 60 deaths, roadblocks, and evacuations. Ongoing rescue efforts amid challenging conditions
Unrelenting and intense rainfall has plunged Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand into a state of calamity, with cloudbursts, landslides, and roadblocks causing severe destruction. The consequences have been dire, leading to a significant loss of lives and property in the affected regions.
The heavy rainfall has resulted in a tragic toll, with over 60 reported casualties across Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Operations are currently underway to rescue citizens and vehicles trapped beneath the debris caused by landslides and other natural disasters.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather forecasts indicating the persistence of heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh for the next two days. Similarly, Uttarakhand and northeastern parts of India are expected to experience heavy rainfall over the next 4-5 days. This pattern of intense rain can be attributed to the monsoon trough’s displacement northwards, leading to concentrated rainfall over these regions.
The repercussions of this unrelenting rainfall have not been limited to loss of life and property. The Yamuna river in Delhi has breached the danger mark due to elevated water levels, marking the second time this year. The city’s vulnerability to the effects of heavy rain and swollen rivers remains a concern.
Himachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, provided an update on the situation. He shared that flooding in Kangra, triggered by the overflow of a dam, has necessitated rescue operations. He also estimated the total loss incurred to be around ₹10,000 crores, with the daunting task of infrastructure redevelopment likely to span over a year.
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Efforts to mitigate the crisis include the evacuation of over 800 people from Kangra’s low-lying areas adjacent to the Pong Dam. The Indian Air Force has played a vital role in these efforts, airlifting 18 army personnel and equipment to support ongoing rescue operations. As a precaution, schools and colleges have been closed in the affected regions to ensure the safety of students and staff amid the hazardous conditions.
Tragedies continue to unfold, as evidenced by a building collapse in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district, claiming one life and leaving others trapped. Landslides have rendered roads impassable and buildings vulnerable to collapse due to continuous and unrelenting rainfall. The Uttarakhand region has reported 52 deaths ascribed to rain-related incidents during this monsoon season.
In conclusion, the ongoing devastation highlights the urgency of preparedness and infrastructure resilience in the face of extreme weather events. Effective rescue operations, relief efforts, and robust monsoon management are crucial components of safeguarding lives and minimizing damage in the affected regions.
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