Heavy Rains Cause House Collapse and Waterlogging in Jammu
· India · The Hindu, Indian Express, LiveMint
An old residential house collapsed in Jammu’s Shaheedi Chowk due to heavy rains and gusty winds. The abandoned structure, previously occupied by Rajni Salotra, came down around 7:30 a.m., damaging household items but causing no casualties as residents were indoors. The incident highlighted concerns over unsafe buildings, prompting locals to demand urgent surveys of old structures. Several areas, including Tallab Tillo, Bagwati Nagar, Krishna Nagar, and Canal Road, faced extensive waterlogging, with rainwater entering homes and shops, introducing the risk of recurrent floods and inadequate drainage systems.
Why it matters
Residents face safety risks from dilapidated structures and poor infrastructure, while officials face pressure to address unsafe buildings and drainage issues amid recurring monsoons.
Read the original report — The Hindu
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