Severe Hailstorm and Rain Cause Disruptions in Uttarakhand
Hailstorm, heavy rain batter Uttarakhand; rail ops disrupted, crops, property damaged
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Uttarakhand experienced heavy rain and a severe hailstorm, disrupting rail operations and damaging crops and properties in districts including Dehradun, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh. Authorities are assessing the damage while advising residents to remain cautious.
- 01Heavy rain and hailstorm affected several districts, including Dehradun, Mussoorie, and Bageshwar.
- 02Rail operations were disrupted due to a fallen tree on the Haridwar-Motichur railway track, affecting train schedules.
- 03Significant crop damage was reported in Bageshwar, with farmers losing standing crops and vegetables.
- 04Local infrastructure, including roads and boundary walls, suffered damage, leading to flooding in residential areas.
- 05Authorities confirmed no human casualties but have initiated damage assessments and advised caution in vulnerable areas.
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Uttarakhand faced severe weather conditions over the weekend, with heavy rain and hailstorms impacting multiple districts such as Dehradun, Mussoorie, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh. In Dehradun, thunderstorms led to uprooted trees and blocked roads, including the Jakhan-Johri Road. Power outages affected several localities, and a boundary wall under construction collapsed, damaging vehicles and flooding homes. Rail operations were temporarily disrupted when a tree fell on the overhead equipment lines, causing delays for several trains, including the Dehradun–Lucknow Vande Bharat Express. In Bageshwar, farmers reported extensive crop damage due to the weather, with losses to vegetables and standing crops raising concerns about reduced production. Authorities are assessing the damage and have urged residents to exercise caution, especially in areas prone to landslides.
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The severe weather has led to significant agricultural losses and infrastructure damage, affecting local communities.
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