Dehradun, Aug. 17 -- Uttarakhand continues to suffer under the onslaught of persistent heavy rainfall, with disaster like conditions prevailing, particularly in the hill regions and flood like situations emerging in the plains. The rivers and streams are in full spate due to the continuous deluge, and across the state, disaster conditions have resulted in the death of 42 people so far. Additionally, 169 roads remain blocked, aggravating the crisis.
The Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for further heavy rainfall and in view of the forecast, the Disaster Management Department has instructed all concerned to adopt necessary precautions.
According to the Uttarakhand Emergency Operations Centre, during this disaster season, from...