Dehradun cloudburst: Heavy rains damage roads, home, shops; floods swept away buses in Himachal

A child was trapped in the flooded midstream of the Swarna River at Tharkurpur, Premnagar. The NDRF swiftly conducted flood water rescue operations (FWR Ops) and safely rescued the child, with Primary Health Treatment (PHT) provided afterward. Authorities have advised people in flood-prone areas to stay alert and follow all safety guidelines.

Sahastradhara, Maldevta, Santla Devi, and Dalanwala in Uttarakhand were among the most severely affected areas during the cloudburst on Tuesday, according to the district disaster management office in Dehradun. Sahastradhara recorded 192 mm of rainfall, followed by Maldevta with 141.5 mm, and both Hathi Barkala and Jolly Grant with 92.5 mm each. Kalsi received 83.5 mm of rain within just a few hours.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted an on-site inspection of Maldevta and Kesarwala in Dehradun, areas severely affected by heavy rainfall and cloudburst. During his visit, he urged officials to speed up relief and rescue operations, assuring residents of full support. The CM highlighted the extensive damage to roads, bridges, and government properties, disrupting daily life, and called for the prompt reopening of blocked routes and restoration of essential services like drinking water and electricity. He emphasized that state and district teams are working in close coordination to handle relief, rescue, and rehabilitation efforts, while also ensuring special caution in light of rising river levels to prevent potential emergencies.

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE update: Heavy rain leads to a rise in the water level of the Jakhan river, leading the Rishikesh-Dehradun highway to collapse. Rainwater enters a nearby temple

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: The Disaster Response personnel on Tuesday rescued a total of 200 students who were stranded after the Devbhoomi Institute campus located in Paunda area of Dehradun.

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: Sahastradhara Cloudburst: SDRF rescues students from Devbhoomi Institute, Dehradun.

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami over the phone today to get a detailed update on the situation arising from heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand. They assured all possible assistance, emphasising that the Central Government stands firmly with Uttarakhand in this hour of crisis. CM Dhami expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister and the Home Minister, informing them that the administrative machinery is fully active in the affected areas, where rescue and relief operations are being carried out on a war footing: CMO

Dehradun clousburst LIVE updates: In light of continuous heavy rainfall in Dehradun, the local administration has declared a holiday for all schools and Anganwadi centers on Tuesday, September 16. The decision follows an urgent weather advisory issued by the Meteorological Center, which predicts more intense rainfall in the district. All schools from Class 1 to 12 are affected by the closure, with the local administration urging residents to stay indoors as a precaution against the ongoing inclement weather. Read the full story here 

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: In rural areas of Rishikesh, rivers swelling due to heavy rainfall have caused significant disruptions. Communication lines have been severed, leaving many areas isolated. Additionally, railway connectivity has been lost as floodwaters have damaged the tracks. 

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Himachal Pradesh landslide LIVE updates: Heavy overnight rains pounded Himachal Pradesh, triggering floods and landslides that left three members of a family dead and submerged a bus stand in Mandi.

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: A local resident in Uttarakhand recounted the terrifying moments of a mountain collapse that destroyed his home. She said, "Around 11 pm, we heard a sound as if a mountain had fallen... In the morning, we got to know that our house had also been washed away... We took out as much stuff as we could from our house, but then the mountain behind our house collapsed, and three people got buried under it... Somehow we saved ourselves." 

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami stated, "Heavy rainfall overnight has caused rivers to swell, triggering cloudbursts in several areas. Around 25-30 roads have been completely washed away, and numerous homes have been severely damaged. Government properties are also affected, and the lives of residents are in disarray. We are working tirelessly to restore normalcy, but many connecting routes remain cut off, and river water levels have risen significantly."

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Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: A cloudburst in Sahastradhara has resulted in massive flooding, with visuals showing cars buried under debris. Heavy rains have forced locals to move to safer areas as their homes suffer severe damage from the rising waters.

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: Torrential rain in Dehradun on Monday night caused the Tamsa River to flood, submerging the Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple. Water reached the Hanuman statue, but the sanctum sanctorum remained safe. Temple priest Acharya Bipin Joshi confirmed that the river's heavy flow since 5 AM submerged the temple grounds. Local residents described how water levels surged up to 10-12 feet, entering the cave temple and damaging parts of the structure. One local said debris, including logs, caused further damage to the temple. Heavy rain also affected Rishikesh, with the Chandrabhaga River flowing dangerously high. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) rescued three people stranded in the river, while several vehicles remain trapped in floodwaters. Authorities urge residents to avoid swollen rivers and stay safe.

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Dehradun and Tehri Garhwal, warning of extremely heavy rainfall until 9 AM today. The red alert also forecasts heavy rainfall of over 15 mm per hour, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds reaching speeds of up to 87 km/h. These severe weather conditions are expected to continue throughout the day, with the possibility of further damage and disruption.

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: A severe cloudburst hit Dehradun early Tuesday morning, causing widespread destruction as torrential rains overwhelmed the region. Houses, roads, cars, and shops were washed away in several areas, particularly along the banks of the swollen Tamsa River, which is in full spate due to the heavy rainfall.

Dehradun cloudburst LIVE updates: Rescue teams from SDRF and NDRF are working to locate missing persons and assist those affected.