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Flash Floods and Landslides in Jammu and Kashmir Leave 3 Dead, Displace Hundreds

Heavy rains and a cloudburst in Ramban have caused fatalities, destroyed homes, and shut down the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway as rescue efforts continue.

Visuals from the spot show accumulated debris and mud in the aftermath of heavy rains and landslides in Ramban.
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Overview

  • A cloudburst in Ramban's Seri Bagna village triggered flash floods, killing three people, including two brothers, and displacing over 100 residents.
  • The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remains closed due to landslides and mudslides, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded and disrupting vital connectivity.
  • Authorities have deployed rescue and relief teams, with ongoing efforts to clear blocked roads and assist affected families in flood-hit areas like Dharam Kund.
  • The India Meteorological Department has issued yellow alerts for continued adverse weather, advising the suspension of farm activities and non-essential travel until April 21.
  • Hailstorms and heavy rain have caused significant damage to apple orchards in Shopian and destroyed nearly 100 homes in Rajouri, threatening livelihoods in the region.