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Cloudburst Chaos: Recent Disasters in India

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A cloudburst in Manali disrupted National Highway-3, closed fifteen roads, and led to a 'yellow' rain alert

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Since June 27, rain-related incidents have caused 49 deaths and Rs 389 crore in damages, with major disruptions on the Leh-Manali Road but no casualties reported

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Cloudbursts cause flash floods, landslides, and damage, notably in Uttarakhand, Ladakh, Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir

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Uttarakhand, 2021: Cloudbursts in Chamoli, Uttarkashi, and Pithoragarh caused flash floods and landslides due to rugged terrain and monsoonal moisture

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Ladakh, 2021: A cloudburst caused flash floods and extensive damage to infrastructure in the Himalayan region

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Lhonak Lake, North Sikkim: A cloudburst resulted in a flash flood in the Teesta River basin, causing at least eight deaths and numerous missing persons.

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Himachal Pradesh, 2020: Cloudbursts in Kullu, Lahaul-Spiti, and Kinnaur districts led to significant disruption and damage