Rescue Teams Save Twenty-Five Amid Heavy Rain And Flood-Like Conditions In Kashmir
Heavy rainfall causes flooding, rescuers save twenty-five people.
A flood-like situation developed in the Mendhar subdivision of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district after continuous heavy rainfall caused water levels in rivers, streams and low-lying areas to rise sharply on Friday. The intense rain disrupted normal life across several villages, inundating residential areas and agricultural fields, while prompting emergency rescue operations by local authorities. According to officials, persistent rainfall led to overflowing water entering homes and submerging farmlands in multiple parts of the subdivision.
Residents faced severe difficulties as roads and low-lying areas became waterlogged, affecting daily movement and increasing concerns over public safety. The situation escalated after reports emerged of people stranded in floodwaters, prompting authorities to launch immediate rescue efforts. Police teams rushed to the affected locations and carried out evacuation operations to bring stranded residents to safety. Around 25 people were successfully rescued from waterlogged areas without any reported casualties during the operation.
Emergency responders continued to monitor vulnerable locations as rainfall persisted, with officials remaining on alert for any further deterioration in weather conditions. Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Mendhar, Imran Rashid, said the heavy downpour had created flood-like conditions throughout the subdivision. He confirmed that nearly 25 people had been rescued so far and acknowledged that several agricultural fields had been submerged while floodwaters had entered a number of houses.
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He added that the district administration was closely monitoring the evolving situation and urged residents to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary movement in affected areas. The continuous rainfall triggered widespread panic among local residents as water levels continued to rise during the day. Authorities expressed concern that additional rainfall could worsen the flooding, particularly in low-lying villages and areas located near rivers and streams. Officials have been assessing the extent of damage to homes, crops and public infrastructure, although a comprehensive assessment is expected only after weather conditions improve.
The India Meteorological Department has issued weather advisories for several parts of Jammu and Kashmir in recent days, warning of heavy rainfall that could trigger flash floods, landslides and waterlogging in vulnerable areas. Such weather events are common during the monsoon season, particularly in the hilly regions of the Union Territory, where intense rainfall can quickly overwhelm local drainage systems and mountain streams. Authorities have urged residents in flood-prone areas to stay indoors where possible, follow official advisories and cooperate with rescue and emergency teams as efforts continue to safeguard lives and minimise damage.
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