Defense PRO said that the cloud burst caused sudden flood in Teesta river in Lachen valley. Some military establishments have been affected. 23 army personnel are reported missing. The search operation is going on.
सिक्किम में बादल फटने से तबाही, सेना के 23 जवान लापता, तलाशी अभियान जारी
News of devastation has come to light after cloud burst in Singtam, Sikkim. Flood like situation has arisen in the entire area. Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang took stock of the situation.
Cloud burst devastation in Sikkim, 23 army personnel missing, search operation continues
A sudden cloudburst over Lhonak Lake in North Sikkim caused flash floods in Teesta river in Lachen valley. The Defense PRO said some military installations in the valley have been affected and efforts are on to confirm the details. He said that 23 army personnel were reported missing and some vehicles were also reported submerged in mud. PRO said that the search operation is going on.
Cloud burst devastation in Sikkim, 23 army personnel missing, search operation continues
Pictures of devastation have emerged from the area after the cloud burst. Water is visible everywhere in the area. Strong flow of water was seen in the river. In the pictures, some buildings are seen submerged in water. Some roads have also been damaged.
Cloud burst devastation in Sikkim, 23 army personnel missing, search operation continues
The extent of devastation caused by cloud bursts and flood-like situations is being assessed. A large scale rescue operation is being conducted in the area.
Cloud burst devastation in Sikkim, 23 army personnel missing, search operation continues
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