US EditionFlash Flood Havoc in Himachal Pradesh: Army Responds, Evacuations Underway
The Indian Army used advanced equipment to rescue four civilians and evacuate the injured after severe flash floods caused Rs 2,031 crore in damages and closed 325 roads in Himachal Pradesh.
- A flash flood hit Hojis Lungpa Nala in Himachal Pradesh, injuring one person and leaving four others stranded, caused by a cloudburst in the Rishi Dogri Valley.
- The Indian Army mobilized a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief team to provide food and assist in the rescue of those stranded.
- Over 150 deaths have been reported in Himachal Pradesh since the monsoon began due to heavy rain and flooding.
- The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for heavy rain in several districts, indicating ongoing severe weather conditions.
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1 hurt, 4 stranded as flash flood hits Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur; Army steps in to help
A flash flood in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur district caused significant damage, washing away a bridge and stranding four workers. The Indian Army's swift response averted tragedy, providing essential supplies and aiding in rescue efforts.
Flash Flood Havoc in Himachal Pradesh: Army Responds, Evacuations Underway
A sudden flash flood, triggered by a cloudburst, hit Kinnaur’s Hojis Lungpa Nala, damaging infrastructure and prompting a swift response from the Indian Army. The army utilized drones to support stranded individuals. Concurrently, Kullu and Shimla face mudslides and heavy rain, leading to precautionary evacuations under a yellow alert on August 14 and 15.
Himachal Pradesh: Flash Flood in Kinnaur Sweeps Away Bridge, One Injured
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The flood was triggered by a cloudburst in the higher reaches of the Rishi Dogri Valley. The strong flow of water swept away a bridge across the Sutlej River and left one person injured, as per the Indian Army. India News | Himachal Pradesh: Flash Flood in Kinnaur Sweeps Away Bridge, One Injured.
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