India: monsoon floods in the north, at least 15 dead

(ANSA) – SHIMLA, AUGUST 20 – In India at least 15 people have died from floods, landslides and landslides due to monsoon rains in the state of Hinchal Pradesh, in the foothills of the Himalayas, according to local authorities.

In the district of Mandi a sudden wave of water and mud swept away some houses and at least 7 people were killed. There are 7 other victims in various locations in the state. In the district of Kangra, turbulent waters caused a railway bridge to collapse, while in the one of Hamipur 19 people were stranded for hours on the roofs of some buildings before being rescued. (HANDLE).

Source: Ansa

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