Chamoli Cloud Burst: Cloud burst in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, heavy damage expected, many people missing:

News Topical, Digital Desk : An incident of cloudburst has been reported in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. A cloud burst has occurred in Tharali, Chamoli. 2 people are reported to be buried in this incident. The incident took place at 1 am. The SDRF team has left for the spot for relief and rescue operations. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has also expressed grief over this incident.

Chamoli DM Sandeep Tiwari said that there is a possibility of a lot of damage due to cloudburst in Tharali tehsil last night. A lot of debris has come due to cloudburst, due to which many houses including SDM residence have been completely damaged.

Administration engaged in relief and rescue work

Chamoli police said that heavy rainfall in Thana Tharali area last night affected normal life. Seeing the seriousness of the situation, Thana Tharali police showed promptness in the night itself and alerted the local people and evacuated them from their homes and took them to safer places.

On the other hand, Uttarakhand Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said that due to cloudburst in Tharali of Chamoli district, debris has entered the houses, market and SDM residence. District Magistrate and relief team have left for the spot. Two people are reported missing.

CM Dhami gave instructions for immediate help

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is also constantly monitoring the situation. He expressed grief over the incident and has instructed the disaster management team to immediately help the affected people.

CM Dhami wrote on Instagram- 'Received the sad news of cloudburst late night in Tharali area of Chamoli district. District administration, SDRF, police have reached the spot and are engaged in relief and rescue operations. I am constantly in touch with the local administration in this regard and am personally monitoring the situation. I pray to God for everyone's safety.'