Rescue efforts are ongoing in the mountain state of Uttarakhand, India, following an avalanche that claimed four lives and left several individuals missing. Authorities report that the disaster primarily impacted road construction workers in the village of Mana, near the Tibet border. As heavy snowfall continues, rescue teams are deploying helicopters to locate the missing.
Avalanche Tragedy in Uttarakhand: Four Lives Lost, Search Continues for Missing
Avalanche Tragedy in Uttarakhand: Four Lives Lost, Search Continues for Missing
A devastating avalanche in Uttarakhand, India, has resulted in four fatalities and several missing, prompting a large-scale rescue operation.
An avalanche has struck the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand, resulting in the deaths of at least four individuals, with several others unaccounted for. The avalanche occurred on Friday in the village of Mana, near the border with Tibet, while road construction workers were on duty, drawing attention to the dangers presented by the challenging mountain terrain.
Rescue operations have been underway, with around 50 people previously buried under snow and debris having been successfully rescued, though reports confirm that injuries have claimed four victims' lives. The Indian army has confirmed that helicopters are being utilized in search operations for five remaining missing persons amid the continuing snowstorm that has hampered efforts.
Uttarakhand's Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, has assured the public of the government's commitment to providing comprehensive support to those affected during this challenging time. He stated that rescue teams are maintaining a relentless pace in their efforts to offer relief.
Footage shared on social media by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police depicted rescuers navigating through deep snow, carrying out their life-saving missions despite the adverse weather conditions. Gaurav Kunwar, a local former village council member, informed BBC News that the area is predominantly migratory, inhabited mainly by seasonal laborers rather than permanent residents.
The region experienced consistent rainfall and snowfall for the past two days, prompting warnings from the India Meteorological Department regarding severe weather impacting northern states, including Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. Consequently, orange alerts were issued for various districts, highlighting the increasing risks of further avalanches in the region as rescue teams remain vigilant.
