Gangtok: Three people lost their lives in a devastating flash flood and landslide that ravaged Majuwa village in Yangang, under Namchi district, early Monday morning. The deceased have been identified as Yabha Subba, Bishal Rai, and Manita Rai.
The tragedy struck around 5:30 am following heavy rainfall the previous night, which caused flash floods in multiple streams across Yangang. According to Namchi District Magistrate Annapurna Alley, “The flash flood-like situation occurred around Yangang village in many locations. They began from the foothills of Bhaleydhunga cliff above Yangang, leading to landslides and flash floods in several streams.”
The disaster swept away five houses in Majuwa village. Among the affected, one injured individual was rushed to the District Hospital in Singtam. Sources indicate that additional injured persons, possibly numbering up to eight, have been taken to STNM Hospital for treatment.
The flash floods and landslides have also disrupted local infrastructure. The route from Singtam to Yangang has been blocked at Sirsey, and the Dikchu road connecting North Sikkim is impassable near Makha.
Authorities are currently working on rescue and relief operations, and efforts to clear the blocked roads are underway.
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