Early this morning, Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh was struck by multiple cloudbursts triggering flash floods across several locations. According to local authorities, 5 people have died and around 15 are missing following the sudden deluge. Emergency rescue teams, including NDRF and SDRF, have launched extensive search operations. The intense rainfall has severely damaged infrastructure—homes, roads, bridges, and power facilities have been washed away—hampering relief efforts. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued alerts for continued heavy rain in the region. Local officials are urging residents and tourists to steer clear of rivers and vulnerable areas.

Rescue efforts are underway through the night and today, with teams working to reach remote and half-washed villages. Authorities stress that the worst may not yet be over, as the monsoon continues to batter the hills.

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