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Jammu and Kashmir: The weather in Jammu and Kashmir has once again wreaked havoc. Heavy rains, hailstorms and strong winds in many parts of the state have disturbed normal life. In some places the rivers submerged the village, while roads were closed due to landslides at other places. It is a pleasant fact that due to the vigilance of the police and administration, many people were saved in time. However, three people were reported dead in it. Landslides occurred at many places in the city and surrounding areas due to strong winds and hailstorm overnight in Ramban. This led to the closure of the national highway and killed three people. Some families have also lost property.
Destruction in Ramban
After heavy rains in Dharmakund area of Ramban district, the drain water entered the village and a sudden flood -like situation arose. Ten houses were completely destroyed in the flood, while 25 to 30 houses were partially damaged. The biggest concern was that around 90 to 100 people were stranded in the region, but all the people were safely evacuated due to quick action by the Dharmakund police.
In this regard, the MP said that he is in constant contact with Deputy Commissioner Basir-ul-Haq Chaudhary and has appreciated the quick action taken by the district administration. He said that all kinds of assistance, whether financial or others, are being provided. Assistance from MP fund will also be provided if needed. The public has been urged not to pay attention to rumors and face the situation together with the administration.
Police bravery in Kulgam
The situation in Gulab Bagh, Qazigund in Kulgam district also became worrying, as flood waters entered many houses due to heavy rains. Four families are stranded due to road barrier. But on receiving the information, a team of police led by the SHO reached the spot and turned the water direction and took out all the affected people safely. About 4-5 houses were in danger, but timely action was averted due to timely action.
IMD warning and status monitoring
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘red alert’ for Jammu and Kashmir for the next 48 hours. The department has warned that heavy rains, hailstorms and strong winds may continue in the upper areas, causing floods and landslides to worsen. The water level of rivers and drains is constantly being monitored.
The Jammu and Kashmir administration and the local police force are on high alert. Relief camps are being set up and the affected families are being transported to safe places. The district administration team is constantly monitoring and is ready to deal with any emergency. The public has been urged to avoid rumors, stay in safe places and follow the guidelines issued by the administration. The administration and police are completely cautious and all possible assistance is being provided.