The provided content reports on a severe weather event that occurred in Thathri, a town in the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir, India.

A cloudburst is an intense and sudden precipitation event, usually over a localized area, where a large amount of rain falls within a short period.

Masood Ahmed Bichoo, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Thathri, reported that the flash floods and mudslides were extensive due to the sudden cloudburst.

The mudslides brought loose soil from the surrounding hill slopes into the town, causing muck to flow onto roads and into homes and shops.

The cloudburst had a significant impact on the local community. Residents like Irfan Majeed described the difficulties they faced

The increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as cloudbursts, are attributed to climate change.

The impact on Thathri highlights the urgent need for improved infrastructure and preparedness to manage such events.

The cloudburst in Thathri, Doda district, serves as a stark reminder of the power of nature and the challenges posed by extreme weather events.

The increasing occurrence of extreme weather events like cloudbursts is closely linked to the broader issue of climate change.

To effectively manage the risks associated with cloudbursts and other extreme weather events, significant investments in infrastructure improvements are necessary.