Explained: How a cloudburst triggered deadly flash floods in Uttarakhand
- Posted on August 5, 2025
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Explained: How a cloudburst triggered deadly flash floods in Uttarakhand
A cloudburst in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand triggered flash floods and destruction in Dharali village. A cloudburst is defined by the IMD as rainfall over 100 mm per hour across 20–30 sq km. A 2023 study refines this to 100–250 mm per hour within 1 sq km. Uttarakhand is highly vulnerable due to its terrain and altitude.
