Heavy Rains Cause Floods in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh

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Heavy rains hit Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Floods damaged homes and swept away cars in Uttarakhand towns. In Himachal Pradesh, a landslide killed three people. The weather department issued a heavy rainfall alert. Rescue teams are evacuating people from affected areas. No deaths are reported in Uttarakhand yet. This year, hundreds have died in rain-related incidents across India. The monsoon season, from June to September, has been more intense than usual. To stay safe during floods, move to higher ground and avoid walking or driving through floodwaters. (Updated 16 Sep 2025, 17:09 IST; source: link)

Key Points

• Heavy rains hit Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh
• Floods damaged homes and swept away cars in Uttarakhand towns
• In Himachal Pradesh, a landslide killed three people