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Cloudburst Causes Flash Floods in Chamba, Workers Rescued
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 21 Jul 2026, 10:33 AM
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A sudden cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district triggered flash floods that swept away workers, who were subsequently rescued by authorities.
A heavy cloudburst over Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh on Thursday evening unleashed sudden flash floods that engulfed nearby villages and roads.
The deluge swept away several workers who were engaged in construction work near the riverbanks. Rescue teams from the state Disaster Management Authority and the local police were dispatched within hours.
All affected workers were located and brought to safety by a combination of helicopters and ground teams. No casualties were reported, but the incident highlighted the vulnerability of the region to sudden rainfall.
Authorities have urged residents in low‑lying areas to stay alert and have set up a monitoring system to provide early warnings for future weather events.
The deluge swept away several workers who were engaged in construction work near the riverbanks. Rescue teams from the state Disaster Management Authority and the local police were dispatched within hours.
All affected workers were located and brought to safety by a combination of helicopters and ground teams. No casualties were reported, but the incident highlighted the vulnerability of the region to sudden rainfall.
Authorities have urged residents in low‑lying areas to stay alert and have set up a monitoring system to provide early warnings for future weather events.