Flash Floods in Tehri Garhwal Cause Major Disruptions

Heavy overnight rain caused the Balganga river in Uttarakhand's Tehri Garhwal district to flood homes, fields, roads, and bridges. Despite the significant property damage, there were no casualties as residents swiftly moved to safer locations. The extent of the damage is currently being assessed.

Heavy overnight rain flooded the Balganga river in the Boodha Kedar area of Uttarakhand's Tehri Garhwal district on Friday, causing the river water to gush into homes, inundate fields, and damage roads and bridges.

Heavy rain lashed the Jakhana, Toli, and Genwali areas around midnight, causing a flash flood in the Balganga river, which inundated roadside fields and homes, according to District Magistrate Mayur Dikshit.

Some shops in villages were also damaged by the floodwater. However, there were no casualties as people living close to the riverbanks quickly moved to safer locations. A revenue police team has rushed to the flood-hit area to estimate the extent of the damage. People in the area are advised to maintain a safe distance from the river.

(With inputs from agencies.)