{"id":1102,"date":"2025-02-28T05:01:34","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T05:01:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/duggarsamvad.in\/?p=1102"},"modified":"2025-02-28T05:01:36","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T05:01:36","slug":"rains-landslides-and-flash-floods-wreak-havoc-in-jammu-region","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/duggarsamvad.in\/?p=1102","title":{"rendered":"RAINS, LANDSLIDES, AND FLASH FLOODS WREAK HAVOC IN JAMMU REGION"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Three Killed, Several Feared Washed Away; Highways Blocked, Avalanche Hits Kishtwar<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Death and Destruction as Nature Unleashes Fury<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jammu region witnessed widespread devastation as heavy rains, landslides, and flash floods<\/strong> led to multiple casualties and severe damage across various districts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Three persons killed<\/strong> and three feared washed away<\/strong> in Suran River.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • A youth washed away in a nallah in Reasi district<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • A temple damaged by lightning<\/strong> in Samba.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Jammu-Srinagar National Highway closed<\/strong> due to landslides and shooting stones in Ramban sector.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Major Highway Blocked<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    The Jammu-Kishtwar highway<\/strong> was blocked for over five hours<\/strong> due to landslides near Faggumarh (Drabshalla). However, the route was cleared by 11 AM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A massive avalanche hit Beigpura area in Chhatroo, Kishtwar<\/strong>, but no casualties were reported. Another avalanche struck Pingrari area of Dachhan<\/strong>, fortunately occurring away from human settlements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Deadly Accidents & Road Mishaps<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    A tragic accident in Poonch claimed one life<\/strong> and left two CRPF personnel injured<\/strong> when a boulder struck a Scorpio vehicle hired by CRPF<\/strong> in Madana. The driver, Wahid Ahmed<\/strong>, was killed instantly, while the injured officers were rushed to the hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In another incident, a Xylo vehicle slipped into the Suran River<\/strong> near Kalai Bridge<\/strong>, leading to a rescue operation for seven survivors<\/strong> while three people remain missing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A Tipper truck fell into a gorge in Bafliaz, Surankote<\/strong>, killing the driver and injuring the helper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Flooding and Infrastructure Damage<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    The Mendhar market suffered severe waterlogging<\/strong>, with streets and shops submerged. Local businesses have reported huge financial losses<\/strong> due to the lack of a proper drainage system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A footbridge in Dessa, Doda, was damaged<\/strong> due to heavy rains and flash floods, cutting off access to several villages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Jammu-Srinagar Highway Hit by Landslides<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    The crucial Jammu-Srinagar highway remained shut<\/strong> due to landslides, mudslides, and shooting stones<\/strong> at multiple locations including Mehar, Dalwas, Cafeteria Morh, Gangroo, Marog, and Panthyal Tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Extreme Weather Hits Kashmir<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • Heavy snowfall continued<\/strong> for the third consecutive day across Kashmir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Avalanche struck Khandiyal village in Gurez Valley<\/strong>, damaging two houses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Officials recorded up to five feet of snow<\/strong> in some regions, including Affrawat, Kangdori, and Gulmarg<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Weather Forecast<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • March 1-2:<\/strong> Cloudy weather with light rain and snowfall at scattered locations<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • March 3:<\/strong> Light to moderate rain and snow<\/strong> expected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • March 4-8:<\/strong> Weather likely to remain dry<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Authorities have urged residents in avalanche-prone areas<\/strong> to exercise caution. Relief and rescue operations are underway across the affected regions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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