Flash floods in the Indian state of Sikkim have killed at least 40 people, with dozens still missing.
Foreign news agencies reported that Number of deaths from flash floods in Sikkim Northeastern part of India This number has increased to at least 40 on Friday, October 6, 2023, while rescue teams are trying to find dozens of people still missing.
The cause of this flash flood It was caused by heavy rain in the Lachen Valley area in northern Sikkim. This caused the water in Lake Lhonak to overflow and overflow its banks. Until the authorities had to release a large amount of water from the Chungthang Dam into the Teesta River, causing the water level to rise 15-20 feet, spilling into various cities. beside the river
Authorities in the state of Sikkim reported 18 deaths on Thursday evening, but authorities in neighboring West Bengal state were more recently affected. told Reuters that emergency teams had found 22 more bodies washed up in the water, while 75 people were still missing.
Bridge over the Teesta River It was torn apart by the current.
The flooding has forced officials to evacuate about 2,400 people and at least 7,600 have been forced to live in temporary camps. The water level has decreased in some areas. But northern Sikkim remains completely cut off. Government and private agencies in those areas must remain closed until 15 Oct.
The assistance aspect is difficult. As the flooding has damaged 15 bridges, the military is planning to evacuate nearly 1,500 stranded tourists by helicopter once weather conditions improve.
While a Ministry of Defense spokesperson revealed via social networks that The flood waters also carried various military equipment into the Teesta River. Including firearms and explosives It is reported that Man in West Bengal collects mortar rounds Before the explosion, one person died and six others were injured.
The Indian Meteorological Office said that during the first five days of October Sikkim has received 101 mm of rain, which is more than double the normal level. But it is expected that after this the rain will begin to subside.
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2023-10-06 19:42:00
