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Indian Air Force Launches Rescue in Flood-hit Sikkim
Indian Air Force Launches Rescue in Flood-hit Sikkim
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Days after a glacial lake outburst in Sikkim sparked flood havoc, killing many people, including soldiers in the state, the IAF has now joined the endeavor.
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On Monday, an official from the Indian Air Force (IAF) informed the Indian media that they have commenced humanitarian and disaster relief operations in the flood-ravaged state of Sikkim.The northeastern state has been devastated by the Teesta River's flash floods.Sikkim officials insist that the death toll stands at 34, but authorities in the neighboring state of West Bengal have reported the discovery of 40 bodies downstream in Teesta. Meanwhile, as many as 105 missing people remain unaccounted for, according to recent media reports.During the nighttime of 3-4 October, a glacial lake outburst occurred at South Lhonak Lake in northern Sikkim, resulting in a devastating flood. As the water level in the Teesta rose by about 50-60 feet, it caused catastrophic flooding downstream.Initial reports suggested widespread damage to property and infrastructure, as well as the loss of life.The flash flood disaster has had a devastating impact on the Indian Army in the region, causing the destruction of some of its camps situated along the banks of the Teesta River.The Indian Army, Border Roads Organisation, National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Relief Teams, Para Military Forces, Police, Civil Administration, and the local people of Sikkim and North Bengal sprang into action, swiftly mobilizing to confront the challenge posed by the thick layers of sludge and mud that had enveloped countless vehicles.
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Indian Air Force Launches Rescue in Flood-hit Sikkim
15:02 09.10.2023 (Updated: 16:36 09.10.2023) The IAF has now joined the effort, days after a disastrous flood caused by a glacial lake outburst in Sikkim claimed the lives of numerous individuals, including soldiers in the state.
On Monday, an official from the Indian Air Force (IAF) informed the Indian media that they have commenced humanitarian and disaster relief operations in the flood-ravaged state of Sikkim.
The northeastern state has been devastated by the Teesta River's flash floods.
''Since Sunday, the IAF has been ferrying search and rescue equipment, communications equipment, fuel, medicines and Garud commandos to Sikkim by Chinook and MI 17 V5 helicopters,'' an Indian news agency quoted officials as saying.
Sikkim officials insist that the death toll stands at 34, but authorities in the neighboring state of West Bengal have reported the discovery of 40 bodies downstream in Teesta. Meanwhile, as many as 105 missing people remain unaccounted for, according to recent media reports.
During the nighttime of 3-4 October, a glacial lake outburst occurred at South Lhonak Lake in northern Sikkim, resulting in a devastating flood. As the water level in the Teesta rose by about 50-60 feet, it caused catastrophic flooding downstream.
Initial reports suggested widespread
damage to property and infrastructure, as well as the loss of life.
The flash flood disaster has had a devastating impact on the Indian Army in the region, causing the destruction of some of its camps situated along the banks of the Teesta River.The Indian Army, Border Roads Organisation, National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Relief Teams, Para Military Forces, Police, Civil Administration, and the local people of Sikkim and North Bengal sprang into action, swiftly mobilizing to confront the challenge posed by the thick layers of sludge and mud that had enveloped countless vehicles.
