Amarnath Cloudburst: 10 casualties reported so far; 3 rescued alive, informs NDRF DG Atul Karwal

Jul 08, 2022

New Delhi, July 08 (ANI): After a cloudburst incident was reported near the holy cave area of Amarnath shrine, NDRF DG Atul Karwal on July 08 informed that the 10 casualties have been reported so far and 3 rescued alive in the incident. Speaking to ANI, Karwal said, “One NDRF team is always deployed near the holy cave, it immediately engaged in the rescue work. One more team has been deployed and another is on its way. 10 casualties reported so far; 3 rescued alive.” “Cloudburst reported at around 5:30 pm. High momentum water flow affected many tents. Our crew is engaged in rescue work. 2 out of our 3 teams engaged. J&K Police, Indian Army and ITBP were also engaged. Initial momentum decreasing, we'll be prepared for every situation,” he added.