Heavy rains hit Uttarkashi last night, causing the Yamuna River to swell significantly. As a result, vehicles parked in the Janaki Chatti parking lot in Yamunotri were stranded due to rising water levels. The intense rainfall led to flooding in the area, disrupting normal activities and complicating transportation. Authorities are working to manage the situation and assist those affected by the flooding. The impact of the rains was so severe that it has raised concerns about further potential damage and safety issues in the region.Visuals from Janaki Chatti#Uttarakhand: Heavy rains occurred in Uttarkashi last night. Yamuna river was in spate. Vehicles parked in the parking lot of Janaki Chatti in Yamunotri got stuck. pic.twitter.com/1LXafToTov— Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) July 26, 2024Meanwhile, it is important to note that this is not the first incident. Another such incident came to light from Uttarakhands Archpul Chinyalisaur, where two individuals trapped against the river current were rescued by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) soon after getting the information about the incident. The trained SDRF team conducted a swift and efficient rescue operation, ensuring the safety of the stranded individuals. The timely intervention and expertise of rescue team in handling such critical situations played a crucial role in preventing any casualties. Reportedly, the rescued individuals were safely brought out without any injuries.
