MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): A dozen houses were partially affected after heavy rains triggered a flash flood in areas of Patikka Tehsil in Muzaffarabad last night, State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) AJK said.
The disaster authority said that a local drain overflowed in Samoth Pala village, Union Council Sarli Sacha, resulting in flash flooding that entered residential areas and damaged several houses and public property.
SDMA officials said no loss of life was reported despite the flooding in both affected places.
As soon as the flash flood was reported, Rescue 1122 and Chowki Officer Patikka immediately rushed to the affected areas and initiated rescue and relief activities on an emergency basis.
Authorities stated that the water level later reduced significantly and the situation was brought under control.
Revealing the damage due to the flash flood, the SDMA said that 12 houses were partially affected after rainwater entered the residential area in Maloth. Two shops, a mosque, and a local primary school were also affected by the strong water flow.
The SDMA statement confirmed that the rescue team reached the spot and engaged in rescue activities, and the situation is now completely under control.
After the floodwaters receded, efforts to restore normal life and clear affected areas were underway as the administration and rescue agencies were mobilized.
