Sikkim Flash Floods Live Updates: Congress asks Govt to recalibrate strategy in dealing with Himalayan states
Sikkim Flash Floods Live Updates: A cloud burst over Lhonak Lake in North Sikkim resulted in a flash flood in the Teesta River in Lachen Valley yesterday (4 October). At least 14 people died and 102 went missing after the cloudburst in the tiny hilly state. The flood in Sikkim that started around 1.30 am was made worse by the release of water from Chungthang dam. Several towns, including Dikchu, Singtam, and Rangpo located in the Teesta basin, have also been flooded with the upsurge in the river. Over 3,000 tourists are reported to be stranded in different parts of Sikkim while some 166 people have so far been rescued, including the army man.
What happened? A glacial lake situated in the state’s northwest at 17,000 ft — burst due to incessant rains, leading to the release of water in downstream areas. This caused the rise of water levels in Teesta river that flooded at least four districts, including Mangan, Gangtok, Pakyong and Namchi on Wednesday (October 4), according to Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA). The flood in Sikkim that started around 1.30 am was made worse by the release of water from Chungthang dam, officials told PTI. Central Water Commission (CWC), in a post on X, suggested that the lake burst could have been caused by the earthquake in Nepal on Tuesday, but did not elaborate.
Among those missing are 22 Army soldiers — one was rescued on Wednesday night. All schools located in Mangan, Gangtok, Pakyong and Namchi districts will remain closed till October 8, the education department said in a circular. Meanwhile, the flash floods affecting northern parts of West Bengal that share a border with Sikkim, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Wednesday said that 10,000 people have been rescued. The Governor is expected to visit the affected areas today.
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Updated: October 5, 2023 09:09 IST
sikkim flash flood, flash flood in north sikkim, cloud burst, army personnel missing, indian expressThe release of water from Chungthang dam has led to the sudden increase in water level upto 15 to 20 feet high downstream in the river. (Source: Indian Army) North Sikkim Flash Floods
Live Updates, October 5: At least 10 people have been killed and 82 are missing following flash floods triggered by a lake outburst in north Sikkim, PTI reported. Rescue operations are underway. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took stock of the situation on Wednesday night, assuring all possible support to the chief minister.
What happened? A glacial lake situated in the state’s northwest at 17,000 ft — burst due to incessant rains, leading to the release of water in downstream areas. This caused the rise of water levels in Teesta river that flooded at least four districts, including Mangan, Gangtok, Pakyong and Namchi on Wednesday (October 4), according to Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA). The flood in Sikkim that started around 1.30 am was made worse by the release of water from Chungthang dam, officials told PTI. Central Water Commission (CWC), in a post on X, suggested that the lake burst could have been caused by the earthquake in Nepal on Tuesday, but did not elaborate.
Among those missing are 22 Army soldiers — one was rescued on Wednesday night. All schools located in Mangan, Gangtok, Pakyong and Namchi districts will remain closed till October 8, the education department said in a circular. Meanwhile, the flash floods affecting northern parts of West Bengal that share a border with Sikkim, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Wednesday said that 10,000 people have been rescued. The Governor is expected to visit the affected areas today.
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What caused the flash floods in Sikkim?
A glacial lake situated in the state’s northwest at 17,000 ft — burst due to incessant rains, leading to the release of water in downstream areas. This caused the rise of water levels in Teesta river that flooded at least four districts, including Mangan, Gangtok, Pakyong and Namchi on Wednesday (October 4), according to Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA).
The flood in Sikkim that started around 1.30 am was made worse by the release of water from Chungthang dam, officials told PTI.
The Central Water Commission (CWC), in a post on X, suggested that the lake burst could have been caused by the earthquake in Nepal on Tuesday, but did not elaborate.
