Due to a sudden cloudburst in Ramban, Jammu, and Kashmir, three people’s lives have been lost, while at least four people are still missing. The overlapping flash floods stormed through the locality, and the residents lost their homes to the raging waters. The administration took immediate rescue steps to save the lives of people.
A House Gone After the Disaster in Ramban
Local authorities have reported that one house was totally destroyed in the catastrophe. The flooding of the waters into the settlements caused a heavy loss in the neighboring areas. Families left their houses and relocated to the safe parts of the area. According to the locals, the incident occurred abruptly, and therefore, the people had very little time to take action.
Rescue Operations Are Being Conducted With Full Energy
After the sudden cloudburst in Ramban, the police, disaster response forces, and local volunteers launched their rescue operations on a large scale, due to rising waters in the streams and flash floods, the teams of police and volunteers are finding it hard to move and search for the missing folks under such difficult weather conditions.
The Effect of the Ramban Cloudburst on Daily Life
The cloudburst has gravely disturbed routine life in Ramban. The feeding of debris on several roads that connect the region blocked the movement of the emergency teams. Some parts of the district were left without power and clean water, as electricity poles and water pipelines were damaged in the revolt.
What the Officials Have Said About the Issue
Officials clarified that they were doing everything possible to find the missing persons. Refugee shelters have been established to offer food, lodging, and medical aid to those families who have been displaced. Officials stated that this operation would last until all persons in need were reached and required utilities restored in the district.
