The Indian Army said today that At least 23 Indian soldiers are missing after powerful flash floods. That was caused by heavy rain in the remote mountainous areas of Sikkim. northeastern india

Indian Army said This was after heavy rains occurred in the area above Lonak Lake in North Sikkim District in Sikkim. This caused flash floods in the Teesta River. Twenty-three personnel are reported missing. Additionally, several vehicles are submerged and a search for the missing is underway. the army said Water released from the Chungtang Dam caused the water level in the river to be 4.5 meters higher than normal. Video clips released by the Indian Army showed water flowing from a densely forested valley. Water flowed down the streets and cut power lines due to the strength of the current. The military also released photos of water flooding the ground floors of buildings and water flowing onto city streets.

Source: Thai News Agency