Flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall inundated the Ari area of Mendhar sub-division in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Friday, damaging several houses and leaving dozens of people stranded. Police personnel launched a rescue operation and safely evacuated at least 25 people, including children, to safety. Locals also helped in taking the stranded people to safety.
According to officials, nearly half a dozen houses were partially damaged in the floods, while the road connecting Ari village was blocked for about an hour due to flood water and debris, disrupting traffic in the area. The situation was closely monitored by local authorities, who were quick to respond to the crisis. Sub-Divisional Magistrate Imran Rashid and SDPO Touseef Ahmed were among the officials who rushed to the spot to oversee the rescue and relief operations.
As heavy rains continued in the region, the authorities advised people living near rivers, streams, and other flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary movement.
