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17 dead, 100 missing in India flash floods
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- 20 November, 2021
- 05:43
At least 17 people were killed after flash floods ravaged Andhra Pradesh.
Report informs, citing foreign media, that the incessant rains started on Thursday evening, triggered by the deep depression formed over the Bay of Bengal, throwing life out of kilter in the region.
Rescue teams have been deployed to lead the search and rescue operations, besides teams from the police, revenue and fire department.
Indian PM Narendra Modi has pledged to provide all necessary assistance to Andhra Pradesh.
17 dead, 100 missing in India flash floods
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