Northeast India Deadly Flooding: 5 Dead While 23 Remained Missing

A cloudburst unleashed deadly flooding and flash floods in the State of Sikkim in India, according to the latest reports.

Five people died, while 23 people are still missing.

Search and rescue operations were deployed to help affected communities.

People should monitor the weather conditions before returning to their homes.

Northeast India Deadly Flooding: What are the impacts?

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Recent heavy rain in Prayagraj. Deadly flooding and flash floods occurred in the State of Sikkim in Northeastern India. Recent reports show five people were dead, while 23 are still missing. Rescue operations have been deployed in the affected areas.

The latest forecast reported the emergence of cloudbursts in the state of Sikkim in Northeast India.

Cloudburst causes heavy rain and flash floods, leaving significant damage in communities.

However, the cloudburst in Northeast India brought deadly flooding in the Teesta River in Lachen Valley. The state of Sikkim experienced severe flash flooding.

Because of the heavy rain, it caused the river to rise from 15 to 20 feet rapidly. Many vehicles were submerged underwater, including from the army.

Rescue operations were also deployed in the area to help with the affected residents and search for the missing people.

Based on the recent poor weather conditions and flooding resulted in the following:

Five people were reported casualties.
23 people were reported missing.
At least three bridges collapsed.
At least 420 people were immediately evacuated to shelters and safe areas.
At least 15,000 people are affected by the intense rain.

Flood waters can result in life-threatening situations, especially for people living in flood-prone or low-lying areas. The rapid rise of floodwaters can damage homes.

India is no stranger to extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change.

In August, NWN also reported the heavy rain that unloaded in India's Himalayan region. Himachal Pradesh and Solan district suffered from the brunt of the stormy conditions.

The monsoon rain unleashed severe flooding and landslides.

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How to keep safe from severe flooding in India

Climate change can bring frequent and intensified storms and monsoons, making it more challenging for communities to prepare. As a result, effective weather reporting is essential.

Homeowners should stay updated with the latest forecasts, especially in flood-prone areas. Keeping a battery-powered radio is recommended when power outages occur.

Commuters and car owners should limit outdoor plans when the weather worsens. They can likely become stranded due to the floodwaters. Slower commutes and travel disruptions can happen due to the flooding rainfall.

Storing emergency kits at home is helpful in cases of emergencies and evacuations. The recommended home emergency kits are the following: