A bridge connecting Mangan with Dzongu collapses
Mangan SP Sonam Dichu said, “Dzongu, Chungthang, Lachen and Lachung are cut off due to the collapse of the bridge at Sankalang. The stranded tourists have been asked to stay where they are to avoid mishaps.” Dichu added that mobile network in north Sikkim has become non-functional, severely hitting communications in the region.
The sudden flood has left local residents in distress, with their homes inundated and their belongings at risk. “Where should we go? Everyone knows our situation but nobody does anything,” said Sunanya Prasad, a resident of Teesta Village. Jyoti Bishwakarma, a panchayat member of Teesta, said rehabilitation centres and schools, used during the Oct 4, 2023, flash flood, will be reopened to house displaced individuals.
A landslide causes a house to tilt
Kalimpong DM Bala Subramanian T said traffic restrictions have been imposed from Melli to Chitrey due to cracks in the road surface. . “No major property damage or evacuation have been reported. Residents are being kept informed and are in constant communication regarding the rising water level. Flood shelters are prepared. But, so far, no one has needed to relocate,” the DM said, adding special teams of civil defence personnel and police have been stationed at key locations for necessary monitoring and surveillance.
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