A cloudburst caused a major flash flood in Uttarakhand's Dharali area on Tuesday.
4 people are reported to be dead. Several homes, hotels and homestays are being swept away
Celebs express concern over the tragic incident
A major cloudburst triggered a flash flood, causing massive destruction in the Dharali village in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district on Tuesday (August 5). The flood swept away homes, shops, and roads, and also damaged several infrastructures. At least four people lost their lives. There are also reports of people trapped under debris, while 20-25 hotels and homestays may have been washed away. The rescue operations are currently underway. Celebs like Sara Ali Khan, Bhumi Pednekar and Sonu Sood have expressed their concern over the tragic incident.
Taking to her Instagram handle, Sara wrote, "My heart goes out to everyone impacted by the incident in Uttarakhand. Praying for safety, strength and healing for all (sic)."
In another post, she also provided emergency contact numbers to support ongoing relief operations.
"Uttarkashi District Emergency Operation Centre has issued the following emergency numbers: 01374222126, 01374222722, 9456556431," read the message.
Expressing his concern, Sonu Sood wrote on X, "Heartbroken by the devastating floods & cloudburst in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. Prayers for every life affected. It's time the nation comes together -- while the govt does its part, we as individuals must stand up for every soul who lost a home, a living, a life."
Bhumi wrote, "What's happening in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand is heartbreaking."
Adivi Sesh took to X and wrote, "Praying for #Uttarakhand. Heartbreaking visuals."
Meanwhile, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted an aerial survey of the cloudburst and flash flood-affected areas in Dharali. He also visited Dharali village.
Reports claim that nearly half of the Dharali village was wiped out by the devastating flash flood on Tuesday afternoon. Around 130 people are said to have been evacuated safely.
