Srinagar, Sept. 4 -- Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir issued a flood alert this week after the Jhelum river crossed the danger mark at Sangam in Anantnag and Pampore, following two days of incessant rainfall that left at least two people dead, dozens stranded, and major highways closed. In the past fortnight, rain fury has left more than 50 people dead in the region.

Anantnag police also rescued 25 nomadic families stranded under a bridge after a sudden rise in Lidder Nalla, while in Kulgam, five families were shifted to safety from Brazloo village after the Vaishov Nalla overflowed. Connectivity across the region has been severely hit, with several key routes being closed.

Over 5,000 people have been evacuated to safer locations. Seven...