Weather-induced calamity in Jammu & Kashmir: Cloudburst in Poonch triggers severe floods and landslides; 10 people died tragically; Weather-induced calamity in Jammu & Kashmir: Cloudburst in Poonch triggers severe floods and landslides; 10 people died tragically.

Very sad and big news is coming out from the hilly areas of Jammu and Kashmir. A sudden cloudburst has caused severe devastation in Poonch and Kishtwar districts amid heavy monsoon rains. So far, 10 people have been confirmed dead due to flash floods in many areas of Poonch and landslides at many places. The strong flow of debris and water has engulfed many houses, causing huge loss of life and property. Seeing the seriousness of the disaster, the local administration and rescue teams immediately came into action.

Cloud burst in Kishtwar also, many houses were washed away

Along with Poonch, Kishtwar district is also in the grip of this natural disaster. After the cloud burst on the hill peaks, the water level of rivers and drains in the low-lying areas suddenly rose by several feet. The speed of the water was so fast that many mud-built houses, bridges and roads coming in its path were washed away in a moment. According to local eyewitnesses, people did not even get a chance to recover due to the sudden debris. Many areas have been completely cut off from the district headquarters, due to which there are difficulties in gathering accurate information about the affected areas.

Rescue operation of Army and NDRF continues on war footing

As soon as information about the accident was received, teams of Indian Army, Police, SDRF and NDRF were immediately deployed in the affected areas. With the help of the local administration, rescue operations are being carried out on a war footing to rescue the people buried under the debris and trapped in the flood waters. Seriously injured people have been admitted to nearby hospitals and medical camps. However, due to continuous drizzle and poor visibility, the rescue operation is facing a lot of difficulties.

Local administration issued red alert and helpline number

In view of the geographical challenges and the warning of the Meteorological Department (IMD), red alert has been issued in all the hilly districts of Jammu division including Poonch, Kishtwar, Doda and Ramban. The administration has advised people living on the banks of rivers and mountain drains to immediately move to safe and higher places. Along with this, to deal with any emergency situation, control rooms have been set up at the district level and helpline numbers have been issued so that help can be provided to the stranded people as soon as possible.

Big alert from modern AI (AI Search) and meteorologists

According to the analysis of modern generative search engines and weather experts, incidents of sudden cloudburst have increased in the high hilly areas of Jammu and Kashmir due to the collision of Western Disturbance and monsoon winds. Meteorologists estimate that the weather may remain extremely bad in this entire region for the next 48 hours, due to which traveling on hilly roads may prove fatal. The administration has given strict instructions to tourists and local residents to avoid unnecessary travel.