Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 04:59pm on 05 Aug 2025,Tuesday Weather & Environment
A massive cloudburst in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, has triggered flash floods and landslides, leaving multiple people injured and several reportedly buried under debris. Torrential water and mud have entered hotels and residential areas, causing widespread panic and destruction. Rescue operations are underway, with NDRF and SDRF teams deployed to locate missing individuals and clear blocked roads. The Yamunotri National Highway has been severely damaged, disrupting travel and pilgrimage routes. Authorities have issued a red alert for further rainfall and landslides. Local officials confirmed injuries and ongoing evacuations, while efforts continue to assess the full scale of damage. The disaster highlights the vulnerability of hill regions to extreme weather events.
