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Flash floods are often deadly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Landslides:<\/strong> Movement of rock\/debris down a slope when gravity exceeds resistance. Heavy rain increases weight and reduces cohesion, increasing landslide risk. Can cause fatalities, disrupt transportation and block rivers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Forecasting Challenges:<\/strong> Cloudbursts are difficult to forecast due to their localized nature.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cloudburst Causes<\/strong> sudden condensation of moisture-laden clouds, enhanced by topography.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ramban, J&amp;K Recent Event: Ramban district experienced heavy rainfall and hail, causing significant damage. Rainfall Surge: IMD recorded a 575% increase in rainfall (16.9 mm) compared to the normal (2.5 mm) in 24 hours. 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