Devastating Flash Floods and Landslides in North India

 

Devastating Flash Floods and Landslides in North India

INTRODUCTION

Learn about the recent torrential downpours in North India that have caused devastating flash floods and landslides.

METEOROLOGICAL FACTORS

Meteorologists blame the confluence of monsoonal winds and a western disturbance for the frightening floods.

IMPACT

The copious amounts of precipitation have caused widespread waterlogging and rivers to flow at extremely high levels.

LANDSLIDES AND FLASH FLOODS

The severe rains triggered at least 14 landslides and several flash floods across Himachal Pradesh.

DAMAGE AND RESCUE OPERATIONS

These events have led to the unfortunate loss of lives, building and vehicle damage, and stranded individuals.

CONCLUSION

The ongoing downpour is expected to continue, with heavy rains predicted in the Western Himalayan region.