Dehradun Cloudburst Highlights: 13 dead, 16 missing; overnight rain wreaks havoc in city

Heavy overnight rains caused severe damage in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. In Dehradun’s Sahastradhara area, two people went missing, and hotels, shops, and commercial structures were damaged. Schools were closed, and a red alert issued until 9 am. Authorities urged residents near river embankments to remain cautious as rivers including Tamsa, Tons, and Song are in spate. The Maldevta approach bridge was washed away, cutting off access. In Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, torrential rains flooded Dharampur town, sweeping away buses and vehicles, leaving widespread destruction. Rescue teams face challenges due to blocked roads and flowing debris. Stay with TOI for more updates: