Cloudburst in Samej: Extensive Search Operation Initiated
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Shimla, August 1, 2024
A devastating cloudburst in Samej Khad near Jhakri, Rampur, has left 36 people missing. The district administration commenced rescue operations early this morning at 5:30 AM. Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap and Superintendent of Police Sanjeev Kumar Gandhi are overseeing the rescue efforts.
Key Points:
– The rescue area spans 85 kilometers, divided into six sections for efficient operations.
– Teams involved: NDRF, SDRF, Army, CISF, ITBP, Police, Home Guards, and Fire Brigade.
– 36 people confirmed missing: 33 from Shimla district and 3 from Kullu district.
– Rescue teams faced challenges due to damaged roads, requiring them to trek two kilometers to the site.
– Operations will continue daily from sunrise to sunset.
– Affected individuals will be housed in Bushahr Sadan, Rampur, with a capacity of 100.
Timeline:
12:15 AM: Cloudburst incident reported.
3:15 AM: Incident reported to Jhakri Police Station.
3:45 AM: Police team dispatched.
4:00 AM: Information relayed to SDM Rampur.
5:40 AM: SDM Rampur and rescue teams reached the site.
10:15 AM: Deputy Commissioner and SP arrived.
12:00 PM: Two human remains found during the rescue.
Missing Individuals:
4 migrant workers from Jharkhand.
8 people from Kandarhad and Khushwa.
7 Greenko project employees.
14 local residents from Samej village.
3 people from Kullu.
Helpline Numbers:
Emergency: 1077
Shimla District: 0177-2800880, 2800881, 2800882, 2800883
WhatsApp: 94594-55841
The district administration urges the public to share any information via the provided helpline numbers and assures all possible efforts to rescue the missing individuals and provide relief to the affected families.
