In the hilly terrains of Rudraprayag and Chamoli, recent cloudburst incidents have already caused damage to homes and infrastructure, leaving families trapped under debris and at least two people missing. Rescue operations are being carried out by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), while local administrations have been placed on round-the-clock alert.

Officials have urged residents of flood-prone and landslide-prone regions to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Tourists have also been advised to postpone visits to the Char Dham route and other mountain locations until conditions stabilize. With rivers like the Aglar in Tehri Garhwal swelling dangerously, the government has directed district authorities to ensure evacuation plans are ready. The situation highlights Uttarakhand’s fragile terrain and the recurring challenges of the monsoon season.

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