J&K Flash Floods: 7 Dead, 6 Injured in Kathua as Rescues Continue

Swift Summary

• Incident: Heavy rain triggered flash floods in kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir, killing at least seven people and injuring six others.
• Timeline: The incident occurred between 3:30 am and 4:00 am in Ghati village and surrounding areas on Sunday morning.
• Effects: Landslides were reported in multiple locations, including a family feared trapped under debris in Juthana Jod village. Rising water levels cut off road access to the affected Ghati area,hampering rescue efforts.
• Rescue Operations: Emergency teams, comprising police and SDRF personnel, have reached the affected spots. The army is on standby. Four bodies have been recovered so far; six injured individuals are hospitalized.
• Infrastructure Impact: The Ujh River rose considerably, flooding industrial areas, Kendriya Vidyalaya campus, parts of a national highway, railway tracks, and Janglote police station.
• Government Response: Union Minister Jitendra Singh stated that civilian administration and forces are actively monitoring the situation. Authorities are urging residents to stay away from rivers due to unpredictable weather conditions.

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