Uttarkashi flash flood

Flash Flood Ravages Uttarkashi’s Dharali Village, 4 Dead and Several Feared Missing

Flash Flood Ravages Uttarkashi’s Dharali Village, 4 Dead and Several Feared Missing

Dehradun — A sudden flash flood triggered by a cloudburst in the upper catchment of the Kheer Ganga river wreaked havoc in Dharali village of Uttarkashi district on Tuesday, killing at least four people and leaving several others missing. The disaster caused large-scale destruction to homes, roads, and businesses in the mountainous region.Uttarkashi district magistrate Prashant Arya confirmed the death toll and said the scale of destruction is still being assessed. "A massive wave of flash flood hit the area. We are currently evaluating the extent of the damage to both life and property," Arya said.The region, known for its…
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