himachal pradesh Archives - Disasters News

May32025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Thunderstorm Uproots Tree, Crushes Cars in Shimla, Triggers Safety Fears Amid Weather Alert

A fierce thunderstorm struck Shimla on Thursday afternoon, bringing down a massive tree that crashed onto three vehicles and blocked part of National Highway-5 near the Himachal Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation office in the Tutikandi area. The sudden incident caused significant damage, traffic delays, and renewed public concern about the safety of trees in storm-prone zones. Two of the vehicles, both owned by the power corporation one by a junior engineer and another by a staff member were severely damaged. A third, a taxi, suffered partial destruction. “Three vehicles were damaged when the tree fell near our office. The storm and rain were likely the cause,” said Harmanjeet Singh, an official from the Himachal Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation. For Parasram Thakur, a loc...

Apr222025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Himachal Pradesh Ramps Up Forest Fire Readiness Calls for Community Vigilance

Breaking News, Climate Actions

With forest fire season underway Himachal Pradesh is stepping up its preparedness efforts, combining technology, ground-level action, and public cooperation to safeguard its extensive forest cover. Chief Conservator of Forests, Shimla Circle, K Thirumal, announced on Monday that while recent rainfall has delayed major fires, the threat remains high due to the state's 68% forest cover well above the national average. Thirumal said during a press briefing “Thanks to good rainfall, fire incidents are still low, with only 90 cases recorded statewide, He noted that Himachal typically sees 1,500 to 2,000 fire incidents annually, with last year recording nearly 2,500 cases. Authorities have launched awareness drives and deployed fire personnel in vulnerable areas. “Community participation i...

Apr12025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Landslide Near Manikaran Sahib Kills Six, Rescue Ops Underway

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Disasters

A deadly landslide struck Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, on Sunday, killing six people and injuring three after a tree collapsed on multiple vehicles near Gurudwara Manikaran Sahib. Among the victims were a tourist from Bangalore and two locals. Triggered by a storm, the tree was uprooted from a mountain slope, crushing vehicles and small roadside stalls. Rescue teams, police, and medical staff rushed to the site, transporting the injured to a nearby hospital. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed condolences and directed officials to provide immediate relief to victims' families. Eyewitnesses reported delays in assistance, with videos of the disaster circulating widely on social media. Rescue efforts are still ongoing, and officials are monitoring the situation as further...

Mar32025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Cloudburst Triggers Flash Floods in Himachal’s Kangra, Villages Cut Off as Roads Blocked and Homes Damaged

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A cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district has caused flash floods, leaving villages cut off and damaging homes, roads, and vehicles. The worst-affected area is Luwai village in the remote Chhota Bhanghal valley. Heavy rainfall over the past 48 hours has led to landslides and rising water levels. Four vehicles were buried under debris, while 14 houses and a middle school building suffered severe damage. Power supply poles have been uprooted, leaving many villages without electricity. Landslides and fallen trees have blocked roads, stopping traffic in areas like Multhan, Luhardi, Barot, and Kothi Kohar. Hundreds of vehicles are stranded as roads remain covered with snow and large rocks. To prevent further damage, authorities have opened the floodgates of two hydroelectric p...