Village buried in mud as flash flooding kills at least four in northern India
100 people missing after flash flooding in Himalayan village
- Flash flooding and a mudslide in Dharali, Uttarakhand state, northern India, have resulted in four deaths and left at least 100 people missing.
- The disaster, which occurred on Tuesday, was caused by a 'cloudburst' – intense rainfall over a small area – leading to mud and debris submerging the Himalayan village.
- Among the missing are at least 10 soldiers stationed at the Harsil base, and many villagers who had gathered at a temple for a festival.
- The Indian Army has mobilised troops to assess the situation and undertake rescue operations in the affected area.
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