Shimla: Two separate incidents of flash floods in Lahaul and Spiti district were reported on Monday. The Manali-Leh National Highway 3 has been blocked near Zing zingbar following the flash flood incident today, police said.
The sudden surge of water, triggered by heavy rain, caused substantial damage to the road, leading to the accumulation of debris and rocks.
"All traffic is halted at Darcha and Sarchu police check posts untill the road is cleared," the Lahaul Spiti Police said in a advisory for travellers about traffic being stopped.
According to the police, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), has been swiftly mobilised to address the situation and teams are currently on the site working to clear the debris.
"Travellers are advised to avoid the area until the highway is fully reopened. Local authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates on the progress of the clearance operation," police said.
Another incident occurred at Dandhal Nullah on Sansari Killar Thirot Tandi (SKTT) road in the Udaipur sub-division, resulting in a complete blockage of the road due to heavy debris. (with Agency inputs)
