Rain Havoc Returns to Himachal: Dam Breaks in Malana, Several Vehicles Swept Away – Watch Terrifying Video
Shimla (The Uttam Hindu): Continuous rainfall across Himachal Pradesh has created havoc, and the Parvati Valley in Kullu district is the latest to bear the brunt. A sudden flash flood triggered by relentless rain has caused partial damage to the cofferdam of the Malana-1 Hydropower Project, as per the District Disaster Management Centre (DDMC).
The sudden breach resulted in the washing away of several heavy vehicles, including a hydra machine, a dumper truck, a rock breaker, and a camper or car. Fortunately, no loss of human life has been reported in this incident.
A new video capturing the moment of the dam’s partial collapse has surfaced, showing a horrifying visual of the gushing water racing downstream with immense force. The footage shows how the floodwaters, unleashed like a storm, swept through the lower areas, triggering panic among locals.
The aftermath has also seen multiple landslides in nearby regions, further complicating rescue and recovery operations. Emergency teams have been alerted, and the district authorities are closely monitoring the situation.