Uttarkashi Cloudburst: Terrifying video shows people running for their lives as flash floods sweep away homes

Uttarakhand Cloudburst News: A sudden cloudburst near Dharali village in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district unleashed deadly flash floods and landslides on Tuesday, leaving at least four people dead and several homes destroyed. A chilling video from the scene shows residents screaming and fleeing as torrents of water rip through the hillside village, sweeping away houses and anything in their path.

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The cloudburst struck around 1:45 PM near Harsil, just 4 km from the Indian Army’s Harshil camp. Within minutes, the Army’s Ibex Brigade mobilised over 150 personnel, who launched rescue operations under intense conditions. So far, 15 to 20 people have been evacuated, and several injured civilians are receiving treatment at the Army’s medical facility in Harshil.



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The scale of destruction prompted an immediate multi-agency response. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and local authorities have joined the rescue efforts. SDRF IG Arun Mohan Joshi confirmed that multiple teams equipped with specialised gear are on-site and working in close coordination.

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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the situation is being monitored closely and that relief operations are underway “on a war footing.” He added that priority is being given to rescue efforts and providing emergency support to those affected.

The Indian Army stated that all available resources are being used to locate and assist anyone still stranded. “The situation remains dynamic, and the Army is committed to providing all possible help to civilians in distress,” a spokesperson said.

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Authorities have warned residents in nearby areas to stay alert as rainfall continues in the region.