Kishtwar Cloudburst, Aug. 14 -- A devastating cloudburst triggered by intense rainfall has wreaked havoc in Kishtwar district, killing at least 37 people and injuring over 100. Authorities say the toll could rise as rescue operations continue in the remote Himalayan region.

According to officials, powerful torrents of water and debris surged down the mountains, striking Chashoti village with little warning. District Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma told AFP, "We have found 34 dead bodies and rescued 35 injured people. There are chances of more dead bodies being found." The impact was so severe that authorities have yet to provide a clear estimate of the number of people missing.

Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah described the situati...