Rescue teams from the army and paramilitary forces are actively searching for individuals feared trapped in the village of Dharali, which has been severely affected by the water deluge.
Dozens Missing as Flash Floods Devastate Uttarakhand Village
Dozens Missing as Flash Floods Devastate Uttarakhand Village
A major cloudburst in Uttarakhand has resulted in heavy flash floods, leaving many unaccounted for and prompting widespread rescue efforts.
As teams mobilize in response to the devastating situation in Uttarakhand, the impact of the cloudburst is evident, with buildings damaged and residents left in peril. At approximately 1:30 PM local time, an intense downpour led to a rapid surge in the Kheerganga river, inundating the village with a torrent of muddy water. Eyewitness accounts documented the panic as locals attempted to flee but were caught off guard by the swift flooding.
The dramatic scenes captured video footage of the wave of water sweeping through Dharali, a popular tourist destination dotted with hotels and restaurants. Reports suggest many could be trapped beneath the wreckage, and the ancient Kalpkedar temple is also believed to have sustained damage amidst the chaos.
Compounding the disaster, the sludge from the Kheerganga has obstructed the flow of the Bhagirathi river, which is vital to the region's water supply. This blockage has created a temporary lake, raising concerns that if not addressed promptly, it could threaten communities situated downstream.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on social media, confirming that relief and rescue efforts are in motion, with agencies tackling the situation as best as possible. In an initial statement, local official Prashant Arya noted that communication lines have been disrupted due to the extreme conditions, but reinforcements from the army and Indo-Tibetan Border Police have reached the troubled area to aid in the ongoing assessment and response efforts.
Although some injured individuals are receiving medical assistance at the nearby military camp in Harsil, ongoing heavy rainfall poses significant challenges to the rescue mission, slowing down necessary actions to reach those in need.
The dramatic scenes captured video footage of the wave of water sweeping through Dharali, a popular tourist destination dotted with hotels and restaurants. Reports suggest many could be trapped beneath the wreckage, and the ancient Kalpkedar temple is also believed to have sustained damage amidst the chaos.
Compounding the disaster, the sludge from the Kheerganga has obstructed the flow of the Bhagirathi river, which is vital to the region's water supply. This blockage has created a temporary lake, raising concerns that if not addressed promptly, it could threaten communities situated downstream.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on social media, confirming that relief and rescue efforts are in motion, with agencies tackling the situation as best as possible. In an initial statement, local official Prashant Arya noted that communication lines have been disrupted due to the extreme conditions, but reinforcements from the army and Indo-Tibetan Border Police have reached the troubled area to aid in the ongoing assessment and response efforts.
Although some injured individuals are receiving medical assistance at the nearby military camp in Harsil, ongoing heavy rainfall poses significant challenges to the rescue mission, slowing down necessary actions to reach those in need.
