Cloudbursts Trigger Flash Floods In Mandi; 3 Dead, Several Missing

Cloudbursts in Himachal’s Mandi district kill 3; several missing in Gohar and Karsog. Rescue ops underway. IMD warns of more heavy rain, landslides in coming days across multiple districts.

Cloudbursts in Himachal: 3 Dead, Several Missing in Mandi; IMD Warns of More Heavy Rain

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Multiple cloudbursts across the Mandi district have triggered flash floods, claiming three lives and leaving several missing. One fatality was reported in Karsog, where four individuals are still unaccounted for. Two more deaths occurred in the Bara area. In Gohar, nine people remain missing as search operations continue.

DIG Central Range, Mandi, Soumya Sambasivan stated, “Nine people have been reported missing in the Gohar area. Search is ongoing to locate them. SDRF and NDRF teams have been deployed in both Gohar and Karsog and are actively carrying out rescue efforts. I, along with the SHO, am supervising operations in various locations. Cloudburst incidents are also being reported in Kullu and other areas of Mandi. We urge the public to adhere to the Met Department’s advisories and minimize travel.”

Rescue teams across the state are on high alert, responding to landslides, road blockages, and further cloudbursts, while working to evacuate and assist affected residents.

Soumya Sambasivan, DIG, Central Range Said

9 people have been reported missing in the Gohar area. Search is on to find them. SDRF and NDRF teams are deployed in Gohar and Karsog areas and are carrying out rescue operations. I along with SHO are overseeing the rescue operations in various places... Cloud burst incidents are being reported in Kullu and Mandi districts... We urge everyone to follow the instructions issued by the Met Department and limit their travel... Teams are actively working in all districts of the state to tackle landslides, road blocks, and cloud bursts, and rescue those who are affected

#WATCH | Mandi, Himachal Pradesh: On the cloud burst incident, Soumya Sambasivan, DIG, Central Range, Mandi, says, "... 9 people have been reported missing in the Gohar area. Search is on to find them. SDRF and NDRF teams are deployed in Gohar and Karsog areas and are carrying… pic.twitter.com/CxcOrSAUWf

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What’s Ahead: Brief Respite, Then Intensifying Rain

While a temporary lull in rainfall was expected on June 28, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) warned that heavy rains are likely to intensify again by June 29 and 30, especially in mid-hill and high-altitude areas. An orange alert remains in place, indicating a heightened risk of floods and landslides.

Districts such as Una, Bilaspur, Solan, Shimla, and Sirmaur are under a stronger warning, with additional heavy rainfall predicted in Kullu, Mandi, and Shimla — potentially worsening the already critical situation.

District-wise Forecast:

Bilaspur, Solan, Shimla, Sirmaur, Hamirpur, Mandi, Kangra: Light to moderate rain, with isolated spells of very heavy downpours.

Kullu, Una, Chamba: Light to moderate rainfall expected.

Kinnaur, Lahaul & Spiti: Isolated light showers predicted in the coming hours.

The IMD continues to issue regular SMS alerts and bulletins to local authorities and the State Disaster Management Authority to ensure timely response and public safety.