At least 30 people killed in landslide as heavy rains batter northern India
Summary
At least 30 people died in a landslide caused by heavy rain in Indian-administered Kashmir. Rescue teams are looking for survivors and help is being sent to clear debris. The heavy rain has also damaged roads and bridges, and there are warnings of possible flooding in Pakistan due to rivers swelling from the rains.Key Facts
- At least 30 people died in the landslide in Kashmir.
- The landslide happened near the Vaishno Devi shrine, a popular pilgrimage site.
- Rescue teams and local volunteers are working to find survivors.
- The pilgrimage to the Vaishno Devi Temple is currently stopped.
- Heavy rain has damaged roads and bridges, and flooded homes in the area.
- India released water from dams, warning Pakistan about potential flooding.
- Over 1,200 people in India and at least 800 in Pakistan have died in monsoon-related incidents since June.
- Monsoon rains are frequent between June and September, and experts say climate change may make them more severe.
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