At least 78 people lost their lives in the last 48 hours after devastating flash floods swept across Himachal Pradesh following incessant rainfall. As rivers overflowed, bridges collapsed, roads caved in, and homes were washed away in multiple regions including Mandi, Kullu, Shimla, and Solan.
Meanwhile, Uttarakhand has issued a landslide alert in 4 high-risk districts — Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Uttarkashi — due to similar torrential downpours.
Areas Worst Affected
Himachal Pradesh: Mandi, Solan, Shimla, Kullu
Uttarakhand (Alert Zones): Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Uttarkashi
🚨 Over 500+ tourists and locals are stranded in isolated areas as roads remain blocked due to landslides.
Government & Rescue Response
NDRF, SDRF, and Army teams are deployed for rescue
Helicopters pressed into service for evacuation in remote zones
Schools and colleges closed in affected areas
Travel advisories issued for tourists and pilgrims visiting hilly regions
👷 Relief camps and food distribution are underway, but access challenges persist in interior mountain villages.
Why This Keeps Happening: A Climate Wake-Up Call
Flash floods and landslides are becoming more frequent in the Himalayan belt, driven by:
Excessive monsoon rainfall
Deforestation and hill cutting
Unregulated urbanization in eco-sensitive zones
Climate change impacts on glacial melt and river flow
This disaster is yet another sign that sustainable development and climate-resilient infrastructure must be prioritized.
What You Can Do If You’re in the Region
Avoid travel to or within Himachal & Uttarakhand until updates clear
Stay away from rivers, bridges, and hilly slopes
Download emergency weather alert apps (e.g., IMD, RainAlarm, mParivahan)
Carry emergency essentials if staying in risky zones
Follow local administration instructions strictly
Tourist Advisory
Planning to visit the hills? Postpone your travel. This is not the time for treks, religious yatras, or tourism in these areas. Wait for the all-clear from local authorities.
Visuals from the Ground
Shocking images and videos show:
Washed-away roads and bridges
Entire towns submerged
Locals being rescued via zip-lines and boats
Continuous landslides cutting off lifelines
Voices from the Region
"We’ve never seen something like this in 30 years. Entire neighborhoods disappeared overnight." — Local from Mandi, Himachal
"We’re without power, food, and connectivity. Helicopters haven’t reached yet." — Trekker stranded in Rudraprayag
FAQs
Q1: Which parts of Himachal are most affected?
A: Mandi, Shimla, Solan, and Kullu reported the most damage and deaths.
Q2: Is it safe to visit Uttarakhand now?
A: No. A landslide alert is in place. Avoid non-essential travel.
Q3: How to help?
A: Contribute to verified disaster relief organizations or state disaster response funds.
Published on : 7th July
Published by : SMITA
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