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Three dead as vehicle plunges into gorge in Almora, Uttarakhand
✍️ Prashant News
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 06:31 AM
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Three people were killed when a vehicle fell into a gorge in Almora district of Uttarakhand, officials said.
Almora district in Uttarakhand witnessed a tragic accident on Tuesday when a vehicle plunged into a deep gorge, resulting in three fatalities. Local authorities confirmed that the vehicle, whose exact type was not disclosed, fell into the ravine, leaving no survivors.
Rescue teams were dispatched to the site shortly after the incident, but the steep terrain hampered recovery efforts. The district administration has opened an inquiry to determine the cause of the mishap and to assess any safety lapses on the road.
The incident has raised concerns among residents about the safety of mountain roads in the region, especially during monsoon conditions. Authorities have urged commuters to exercise caution and adhere to traffic advisories.
Rescue teams were dispatched to the site shortly after the incident, but the steep terrain hampered recovery efforts. The district administration has opened an inquiry to determine the cause of the mishap and to assess any safety lapses on the road.
The incident has raised concerns among residents about the safety of mountain roads in the region, especially during monsoon conditions. Authorities have urged commuters to exercise caution and adhere to traffic advisories.