A flash flood in the Himalayan town of Dharali, Uttarakhand, has killed at least four people and destroyed numerous buildings. Videos captured the moment muddy water surged through the area, engulfing residents and apartments. Rescue teams, including 150 army troops, are actively working to locate survivors amidst the destruction. The flood was triggered by an intense cloudburst, leading to a red alert for heavy rainfall by the meteorological department. Experts attribute increasing flood risks to climate change and urbanization, although deadly floods are common during the monsoon season.
A flash flood in Uttarakhand has resulted in at least four deaths, demolishing buildings and sweeping away entire apartment blocks amid a torrent of mud and debris.
India's army deployed 150 troops to assist in rescue efforts, helping to locate and evacuate survivors from the devastating mudslide that struck the town of Dharali.
Officials warned that the number of casualties from the flood in Dharali could rise, as rescue teams continue to search for stranded individuals in the area.
A red alert warning was issued by the India Meteorological Department due to extremely heavy rainfall, with records showing about 21cm (8in) in some parts of Uttarakhand.
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