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Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Army saves civilians from flash flood in daring night op
1 2 3 Chandigarh: In a dramatic night rescue on Wednesday, Army saved four civilians when a sudden flash flood struck Hojis Lungpa Nala around 7pm. Triggered by a cloudburst in the higher reaches of Rishi Dogri Valley, the deluge engulfed a bridge across the Sutlej and injured one person. The site was a road construction zone towards Gangthang Bralam. On receiving an SOS from the Kinnaur SP, Army mobilised a rescue team that braved fast currents and unstable terrain in complete darkness to reach the location and find four men stranded on the far bank with floodwaters raging all around. The Army deployed its new generation equipment, including the 'Logistics Drone High Altitude (LDHA)' system to ferry essential items, including food and coconut water across the floodwaters to help sustain the stranded individuals through the night. Working with precision under challenging conditions, the soldiers illuminated the area to aid night rescue operations. They also guided the stranded civilians to higher and safer ground and evacuated the injured person to Regional Hospital, Reckong Peo. An Army spokesperson said the rescued civilians are at an Army Camp at Pooh and will be taken home once water levels subside. "This operation stands as a testament to the Army's readiness, innovation and commitment to safeguarding lives — even in the most hostile environment and extreme weather conditions," the spokesperson added. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Time of India
3 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Army deploys hi-tech gear in dramatic night rescue after Kinnaur cloudburst
1 2 Chandigarh: In a dramatic late evening rescue on Wednesday, the Army's swift response averted a potential tragedy when a sudden flash flood struck Hojis Lungpa Nala at around 7 pm. Triggered by a cloudburst in the higher reaches of the Rishi Dogri Valley, the deluge engulfed the bridge across the Sutlej River and injured one individual. The site was an active road construction zone under CPWD towards Gangthang Bralam. Upon receiving an urgent request from the superintendent of police, Kinnaur, the Army immediately mobilised a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) column. Braving darkness, fast currents, and unstable terrain, the team reached the location and discovered four civilians stranded on the far bank. Working with precision under challenging conditions, the HADR team illuminated the general area to aid night rescue operations. They also guided the stranded civilians to higher and safer ground and evacuated the injured individual to Regional Hospital, Reckong Peo. The Army deployed its New Generation Equipment to assist in this operation, which included the Logistics Drone High Altitude (LDHA) system to ferry essential items, including eatables and coconut water, across the floodwaters to help sustain the stranded individuals through the night. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What Happens When You Massage Baking Soda Into Your Scalp Read More Undo An Army spokesperson informed that the rescued civilians are under continuous monitoring in the Army Camp at Pooh. Plans are in place to bring the stranded individuals back to the home bank once water levels subside. "This operation stands as a testament to the Army's readiness, innovation, and commitment to safeguarding lives — even in the most hostile environment and extreme weather conditions," the spokesperson added. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Climate
- Indian Express
1 hurt, 4 stranded as flash flood hits Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur; Army steps in to help
A flash flood struck Hojis Lungpa Nala in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur district on Wednesday night, washing away a bridge across the Sutlej River, injuring a person, and leaving four others stranded. The deluge was triggered by a cloudburst in the higher reaches of the Rishi Dogri Valley. The site was an active road construction zone under the Central Public Works Department, the Indian Army said. More than a dozen sheds built for workers and officials engaged in the road construction were destroyed, and heavy machinery, including four trucks and a few JCBs, was washed away in the incident. 'Four people were stuck on one side of the seasonal rivulet when the flash flood hit. They were located through the drones by the Indian Army. Other workers managed to run towards safe locations before the Army was called for assistance,' Amit Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner, Kinnaur, said. The Army supplied food and other necessary items to the four stranded employees of the road construction company using drones, Sharma said. 'They will be rescued by afternoon,' he added. The Indian Army said on Thursday that its swift response had averted a potential tragedy at the site. 'On receiving an urgent request from the Superintendent of Police, Kinnaur, the Army immediately mobilised a 'Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR)' column. Braving darkness, fast currents, and unstable terrain, the team reached the location and discovered four civilians stranded on the far bank,' a defence spokesperson said. A senior Army officer privy to the rescue operation said the HADR team illuminated the area to aid night rescue operations. 'They also guided the stranded civilians to higher and safer ground and evacuated the injured individual to Regional Hospital, Reckong Peo,' the officer said. The Army said it also deployed a Logistics Drone High Altitude (LDHA) system to ferry essential items like eatables and coconut water across the floodwaters to help the stranded people through the night. Meanwhile, purported videos of the incident showed people running towards safety before the flash flood hit. Since the outset of the monsoon this year, Himachal Pradesh has witnessed over 150 deaths and infrastructure losses worth approximately Rs 2,500 crore.
News18
3 days ago
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- News18
Himachal Pradesh: Flash flood in Kinnaur sweeps away bridge, one injured
Kinnaur (Himachal Pradesh) [India], August 14 (ANI): A sudden flash flood hit Hojis Lungpa Nala in Kinnaur on Wednesday evening. The site was an active road construction zone under CPWD towards Gangthang flood was triggered by a cloudburst in the higher reaches of the Rishi Dogri Valley. The strong flow of water swept away a bridge across the Sutlej River and left one person injured, as per the Indian Army. The Indian Army stepped in to help, deployed its New Generation Equipment to assist in this operation, which included the Logistics Drone High Altitude (LDHA) system to ferry essential items, including eatables, coconut water across the floodwaters to help sustain the stranded individuals through the night. Army personnel also guided civilians to safer locations on higher ground and evacuated the injured person to the Regional Hospital in Reckong in Shimla, two cars were damaged near IGMC Hospital after a mudslide caused by heavy rainfall. Landslides have also been reported at several other locations in the city, adding to the disruption caused by the bad District Collector Torul S Ravish said two cloudbursts hit Kullu district, leading to a sudden rise in water levels and prompting swift evacuations in affected areas. Speaking to ANI on Wednesday, Torul S Ravish said, 'Today, cloudbursts occurred at two locations in Kullu. The first was near Bagi Bridge above Bhimdwari, where a sudden rise in water level was reported. The administration swiftly evacuated all downstream areas, preventing any loss of life. While the water level remains high, the final assessment of damage will take time." Ravish said timely action by the administration prevented any loss of life, as residents in Bhimdwari, Gushaini, and downstream areas were moved to safety amid a yellow alert for August 14 and 15.'The second incident took place near Pathar, causing a sharp increase in the water level of Tirthan Valley. Gushaini and downstream areas were immediately evacuated, with complete evacuation achieved in Gushaini. It is expected that downstream areas will also remain safe by the time the water reaches them. These incidents come as the district remains under a yellow alert on August 14 and 15. People are advised to take precautions, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay safe indoors," she added. (ANI)
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Climate
- New Indian Express
Himachal Pradesh flash floods: Army rescues four stranded civilians in Kinnaur
SHIMLA: The Army rescued four people, including one injured, after flash floods hit parts of Himachal Pradesh, an official statement issued on Thursday said. The flash floods triggered by a cloudburst hit the higher reaches of Rishi Dogri valley in Kinnaur district on Wednesday evening and the bridge across the Sutlej river was inundated. The site was an active road construction zone under CPWD towards Gangthang Bralam, the Army said. On receiving an urgent request from the superintendent of police, Kinnaur, the Army immediately mobilised a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) column. Braving darkness, fast currents and unstable terrain, the team reached the location and discovered four civilians stranded on the far bank of the river, the statement said. Working with precision under challenging conditions, the HADR team illuminated the general area to aid night rescue operations and guided the stranded civilians to higher and safer places. The team also evacuated the injured individual and admitted him to Regional Hospital, Reckong Peo, it said. The Army said new generation equipment, including the Logistics Drone High Altitude (LDHA) system, was used to ferry essential items, such as eatables and coconut water, across the floodwaters to help sustain the stranded individuals through the night. It said the rescued civilians were taken to the Army camp in Pooh. Plans are in place to bring the stranded individuals back to the home bank once the water recedes.
