Poonch Flood: High School Swept Away, No Injuries Reported
The flash flood swept away a 200-feet-long shed on the side of the school and its sports room, as per the local media reports. Along with this, all records and sports items that were kept in the room were also affected. In addition, police reached the spot and took stock of the situation.
Poonch Flood Visual
In the visuals that have emerged, the school shed could be seen heavily damaged by the flash floods.
Surankote Poonch https://t.co/5EUV2KVT3V pic.twitter.com/kVnQlIIaTg — Rakesh Kumar (@RiCkY_847) August 12, 2025
Dehradun Schools Shut Amid Rain
A holiday has been declared for all schools from classes 1 to 12, as well as all Anganwadi centers in the Dehradun district today, given the possibility of heavy rainfall issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
"In view of the possibility of heavy rainfall issued by the Meteorological Department, Dehradun, a holiday has been declared for all schools from classes 1 to 12 as well as all Anganwadi centers in the Dehradun district for tomorrow, Tuesday, i.e., August 12. This order will apply not only to school students but also equally to school management and staff," an official release said on Monday.
Also Read: Heavy Rain Causes Waterlogging In Delhi; Uttarakhand Hit By Flood Warnings
Kedarnath Yatra Halted
The Kedarnath Yatra in Uttarakhand has been temporarily halted for three days due to a red alert issued by the weather department predicting heavy rainfall in the region. The district administration has been put on high alert, and security arrangements have been made to ensure the safety of pilgrims and locals.
As per the predictions by the IMD, heavy rain is expected in Rudraprayag district and the entire state on August 12, 13, and 14.
Uttarkashi Floods
After the tragic floods that hit the Uttarkashi region of Uttarakhand, sweeping away houses and leading to widespread losses, nearly 1,278 people have been rescued in operations in Dharali.
Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey told ANI that the Valley Bridge and road connectivity have been restored, and the district officials are monitoring the distribution of Rs 5 lakh assistance announced by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
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