TNPSC Thervupettagam

Uttarakhand flash floods

August 8 , 2025 17 hrs 0 min 21 0
  • A cloudburst has triggered flash floods in Dharali village, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
  • The sudden downpour caused the Kheerganga river to swell rapidly, flooding roads, buildings, and shops.
  • The ancient Kalpkedar temple was damaged and submerged in sludge.
  • The flood created an artificial lake by blocking the Bhagirathi River, threatening downstream towns and villages.
  • Flash floods are sudden, intense floods caused by heavy rain or cloudbursts, leading to rapid water rise and strong currents that can cause severe damage.

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