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Heavy Rainfall Causes Landslides, Highway Closures in West Bengal’s Darjeeling and Kalimpong

Heavy Rainfall Causes Landslides, Highway Closures in West Bengal's Darjeeling and Kalimpong
Heavy Rainfall Causes Landslides, Highway Closures in West Bengal's Darjeeling and Kalimpong

Incessant rainfall has triggered multiple landslides across the Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts of West Bengal. Reports indicate potential fatalities, alongside significant damage to properties and infrastructure. Key transportation routes have been severely impacted, with National Highway 10 confirmed closed to traffic. Additionally, an alternative highway to Sikkim, NH717A, has experienced disruptions near the Reshi border. While rainfall has reportedly eased in Kalimpong, the India Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for continued heavy rainfall in several West Bengal districts until October 6.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/kolkata/north-bengal-rainfall-kalimpong-darjeeling-live-updates-landslides-damages-deaths-10288611/

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