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Flash floods kill 10 in J-K’s Poonch; rescue operation underway

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Shivam Bakshi

Poonch, July 19 (NVI): Ten people were killed after flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall hit the Lower Murrah area of Bufliaz in Surankote tehsil of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Sunday, officials said.

Officials said the flash floods swept through the area following incessant rains, causing extensive damage and leaving several people trapped.

BMO said the deaths and said rescue teams were continuing search operations in the affected area to trace any missing persons.

Police, civil administration personnel and local volunteers have launched rescue and relief operations, while authorities are assessing the extent of damage caused by the floods.

The deceased included women, children and elderly persons, officials said.

The heavy rains also uprooted electricity poles and disrupted mobile network services in several parts of Poonch district, affecting communication and restoration efforts.

Meanwhile, officials said the Mughal Road and the Rajouri-Poonch highway remain open for traffic, though people have been advised to exercise caution in view of the prevailing weather conditions.(NVI)

Three Killed as Flash Floods Hit J-K’s Surankote Poonch Rescue Operations Underway

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Shivam Bakshi

Poonch, July 19 (NVI): At least three people were killed after flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall struck the Surankote area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Sunday, officials said.

The bodies of the three victims were brought to the Sub-District Hospital in Surankote for postmortem, Block Medical Officer Dr Mohammad Yousaf Choudhary said.

Officials said rescue teams, assisted by the police, civil administration and local residents, were carrying out search and rescue operations in the affected areas. They said some people were feared missing, though there was no official confirmation of additional casualties.

The flash floods, caused by incessant heavy rain, disrupted normal life and affected several areas of Surankote.

Authorities are monitoring the situation and further details are awaited.(NVI)

J&K LG  Sinha Reviews Flood Situation in Rajouri, Poonch; Directs Immediate Relief Measures

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Shivam Bakshi

Poonch/ Rajouri, Jul 19 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday reviewed the flood and rain-related situation in the Rajouri and Poonch districts following incessant rainfall and flash floods, and directed the administration to ensure immediate rescue, relief and assistance to the affected families.

Officials said the lieutenant governor assessed the prevailing situation with senior officials and reviewed the ongoing rescue and relief operations in the affected areas.

Sinha said rescue operations are being carried out on a war footing by the civil administration, Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Indian Army, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and local volunteers, particularly in Rajouri district, which has witnessed extensive damage due to heavy rainfall.

He directed the district administrations to shift affected families to safer locations, expedite restoration of essential services and provide immediate financial assistance to those affected by the rain-related incidents.

The lieutenant governor appealed to people to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary movement in vulnerable areas and follow advisories issued by the administration.

Expressing grief over the loss of lives in rain-related incidents in Rajouri and the Haveli and Surankote areas of Poonch district, Sinha conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families.

He said the administration has been directed to remain on high alert and ensure emergency response teams are fully equipped to deal with any further contingency.(NVI)

Woman Killed, Husband, Two Children Injured as House Collapses in J-K’s Poonch Amid Heavy Rains

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Shivam Bakshi

Poonch, July 19 (NVI): A 28-year-old woman was killed while her husband and two minor children were injured after their house collapsed in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Sunday amid inclement weather, officials said.

The incident took place in Nonabandi village when the residential house suddenly collapsed, trapping the family members under the debris, they said.

The woman, identified as Nazia Kousar, wife of Mohd Hafiz, was rushed to the District Hospital in Poonch, where doctors declared her brought dead, the officials said.

Her husband, Mohd Hafiz (36), and their two children, Rehan Hafiz (5) and Marya Hafiz (2), sustained injuries and are undergoing treatment at the hospital, they added.

Police have taken cognisance of the incident and initiated further investigation, officials said.(NVI)

Missing Woman’s Body Recovered After J-K Rajouri Flash Floods

Shivam Bakshi

Rajouri, July 19 (NVI): A woman who was swept away in flash flood-like conditions triggered by heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district was found dead on Sunday, officials said.

The deceased was identified as Pinki Devi, who had gone missing after being washed away by strong floodwaters following heavy rains in the district, they said.

After an intensive search operation, rescue teams recovered her body and shifted it for medico-legal formalities, the officials said.

Police have taken cognisance of the incident and initiated further legal proceedings, they added.(NVI)

CM Omar Abdullah Cuts Short Delhi Visit, Returns to Jammu Amid Heavy Rain Alert
Statehood Protest to Continue Under Farooq Abdullah's Leadership

Srinagar, July 19 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said he was cutting short his visit to New Delhi and returning to Jammu to personally monitor the weather situation following heavy rain warnings and adverse conditions in parts of the Jammu division.

In a post on X, Abdullah said the decision was taken in view of the weather advisory issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the evolving situation in the region.

“In light of the weather warning put out by the Meteorological Department and the seriousness of the situation unfolding across parts of Jammu Division, I will leave Delhi to fly to Jammu this afternoon to personally monitor the situation on the ground,” he said.

The Chief Minister said the National Conference’s scheduled protest in New Delhi seeking restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood would continue as planned under the leadership of the party president, Dr Farooq Abdullah.

“The statehood protest will go ahead under the leadership of JKNC President Dr Farooq Abdullah as planned,” Omar Abdullah said.(NVI)

CM Omar Abdullah Monitors J&K Rajouri Flood Situation, Assures Full Government Support

CM Omar Abdullah

Shivam Bakshi

Srinagar, July 19 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said the government is closely monitoring the situation in Rajouri and other parts of the Jammu region following heavy rainfall that triggered flash floods and caused widespread disruption.

In a post on X, Abdullah said he has been in constant touch with local legislators since early Sunday to assess the ground situation and ensure a prompt administrative response.

The chief minister said protecting human lives remains the government’s top priority and directed the administration to ensure swift rescue and relief operations in the affected areas.

“The government will do everything possible to aid and assist affected people who have suffered property loss or damage due to the heavy rains and flash floods,” Abdullah said, assuring all possible support to the affected families.

He also instructed officials to remain on high alert and respond quickly to any emergency arising from the prevailing weather conditions.

Authorities are monitoring the situation in Rajouri and other affected areas, while rescue, relief and restoration work is underway to minimise the impact of the heavy rainfall and ensure the safety of residents, officials said.(NVI)

J&K Rajouri Hit by Flash Floods After Cloudburst, Rescue Teams Deployed

Shivam Bakshi

Rajouri, July 19 (NVI): Heavy rainfall triggered flash floods and a cloudburst in parts of Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district on Sunday, inundating residential areas, sweeping away vehicles and trapping several people, officials said.

The overflowing Rajouri river entered Bela Colony, flooding the locality and washing away several vehicles parked at the Bela Bus Stand, they said.
Officials said several families remained trapped in Bela Colony, while livestock losses were also reported from Bela and adjoining areas.

In Thanamandi subdivision, flash floods hit the Churung, Rajdhani and Behrote areas. Labourers working at a stone crusher unit in Behrote were reportedly trapped after the sudden surge in water, officials said.

Meanwhile, a cloudburst in the Kotli Kalaban and Golinari areas of Manjakote tehsil triggered flash floods that washed away a local graveyard into a nearby stream, damaging several graves and causing distress among residents.

Rescue and relief teams have been deployed to the affected areas, while authorities have advised people living in low-lying areas and near water bodies to remain alert.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a weather advisory on Saturday warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall and the possibility of flash floods across parts of the Jammu region.(NVI)

Vaishno Devi Yatra Temporarily Suspended Due to Bad Weather Forecast

Jammu, Jul 18 (NVI): The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra has been temporarily suspended as a precautionary measure in view of an adverse weather advisory issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), officials said on Saturday.

The decision was taken to ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims after the IMD forecast unfavourable weather conditions in the region.

Authorities have advised devotees to cooperate with the administration and refrain from undertaking the pilgrimage until further orders.

Pilgrims have also been urged to follow official communication channels for updates regarding the resumption of the yatra, the officials said.(NVI)

Heatwave Extends Summer Break; J&K Schools Shut Till July 22

Srinagar, Jul 18 (NVI): The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday extended the ongoing summer vacation in all government and recognised private schools across the Kashmir division and winter zone of Jammu division by three more days in view of the prevailing heatwave and an adverse weather forecast.

According to an order issued by the School Education Department, schools will now remain closed till July 22 and reopen on July 23, unless further orders are issued.

The schools were originally scheduled to reopen on July 20 after the summer break.

Officials said the decision was taken as a precautionary measure in view of the continuing heatwave and weather advisories issued by the Meteorological Department.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places and warned of the possibility of flash floods in parts of Jammu and Kashmir over the coming days.

The School Education Department advised parents, students and school authorities to follow official advisories and said any further decision regarding the reopening of schools would be communicated through subsequent orders.(NVI)

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