Rescue ops continue after flash floods in Uttarakhand’s Dharali; Himachal faces fresh landslide threats amid IMD’s red alert for heavy rain.
Day 2: Search and Rescue Continue After Dharali Cloudburst
In a grim update following Tuesday’s deadly cloudburst in Dharali village, Uttarakhand, authorities have recovered a fifth body as of Wednesday. Rescue operations are ongoing amid blocked roads, landslides, and continued rain warnings across the region.
What’s New in the Latest Update?
1. Fifth Body Found
- The death toll has risen to 5, with the discovery of another body in the debris.
- Search teams continue to look for those still missing, including 11 Army personnel.
2. 150 Rescued
- Over 150 people rescued from Dharali, including residents trapped overnight in buildings and vehicles.
3. Landslides Worsen Access
- Landslides have blocked key roads to Dharali, hampering rescue teams.
- Nearby Sukki village is also affected, with floodwaters reaching there via an alternate hill slope.
Government Response and Relief Measures
4. CM and PM Step In
- Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted an aerial survey and met disaster teams.
- PM Narendra Modi assured full support and said the Centre is closely monitoring the situation.
5. State Helpline Numbers Issued
- For information and emergency help:
📞 01374-222126 | 01374-222722 | 9456556431
Himachal Pradesh Under Weather Watch
6. IMD Issues Red Alert
- The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Himachal Pradesh, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall in multiple districts.
7. Key Routes Shut
- NH-35 in Kinnaur and Chandigarh-Shimla highway closed due to debris and landslides.
- Tangling trek route affected; pilgrims stranded on the Kinnaur Kailash Yatra path.
Shocking Visuals Surface
While videos from the scene show a powerful torrent of muddy water sweeping away homes and triggering panic, we have chosen not to share the footage due to its graphic and distressing nature. The visuals include people screaming, collapsing buildings, and scenes of destruction that may be upsetting to viewers.
Background Recap (for new readers)
- The cloudburst occurred at 1:50 AM Tuesday, near the Kheer Ganga river catchment area.
- Flash floods followed immediately, sweeping through Dharali and neighboring regions.
With rescue operations still ongoing and the weather expected to worsen, authorities are urging extreme caution across Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. The situation remains fluid, with more rain forecasted, posing continued risk to already affected areas.
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