Himachal Cloudburst: Landslide Kills 13, Rescue Operations Underway- In Pics
Flash floods in Nirmand, Sainj, and Malana areas of Kullu, Padhar in Mandi, and Rampur in Shimla districts were caused by cloudbursts. Search efforts for the 45 missing individuals are ongoing, with rescuers using additional machinery, sniffer dogs, drones, and other equipment to aid in the operation. A "yellow" alert has been issued for heavy rains, expected to continue until August 10.
Zee Media Bureau
| Aug 05, 2024, 14:11 PM IST
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Army and NDRF Involvement
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Infrastructure Damage
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Evacuation Efforts
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Government Response
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Cloudburst in Kullu
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Loss of Lives and Injuries
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Intense Rainfall Triggers Landslides
Heavy and persistent rainfall in Himachal Pradesh has led to numerous landslides across the region. The sudden deluge caused soil erosion, making the terrain unstable and resulting in several landslides that have disrupted daily life and infrastructure. Flash floods and landslides have resulted in the closure of 114 roads in Himachal Pradesh.