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A cloudburst triggered flashfloods in Himachal Pradesh on Sunday, damaging several roads and houses. The flashfloods occurred in the Kullu district, and several people are feared missing.
The cloudburst occurred in the afternoon, and the flashfloods quickly swept away roads, bridges, and houses. Several people were trapped in the floods, and rescue operations are underway.
The state government has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas, and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has been deployed to assist with the rescue efforts.
The flashfloods have caused widespread damage in the Kullu district. Several roads have been washed away, and bridges have been damaged. Several houses have also been destroyed.
The state government has urged people to stay away from the affected areas and to follow the instructions of the authorities.
Here are some additional details about the cloudburst and flash floods in Himachal Pradesh:
- The cloudburst occurred in the afternoon, and the flashfloods quickly swept away roads, bridges, and houses.
- Several people are feared missing, and rescue operations are underway.
- The state government has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas, and the NDRF has been deployed to assist with the rescue efforts.
- The flashfloods have caused widespread damage in the Kullu district. Several roads have been washed away, and bridges have been damaged. Several houses have also been destroyed.
- The state government has urged people to stay away from the affected areas and to follow the instructions of the authorities.
Here are some tips for staying safe during a cloudburst or flashflood:
- Stay away from low-lying areas and riverbanks.
- Move to higher ground if you are in an area that is prone to flooding.
- Listen to the radio or TV for updates on the weather conditions.
- Follow the instructions of the authorities.
