Mother and three children tragically killed in house collapse in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district
In a tragic incident, a woman and her three children were killed in a house collapse in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district. The family was buried alive in a landslide that hit their mudhouse in the Chassana area of the district. The victims were asleep when the landslide occurred on Sunday night.
The deceased were identified as 30-year-old Phala Akther, her 5-year-old daughter Nasima Akther, 3-year-old daughter Safeen Kousar, and 2-month-old son Sameer Kousar. Sadly, all four died on the spot due to the impact of the landslide. Additionally, two other individuals, 60-year-old Kalu and his 58-year-old wife Bano Begum, sustained injuries in the incident.
Officials confirmed that the tragedy took place after heavy rainfall caused a massive landslide, resulting in the collapse of the family’s mudhouse. This devastating event serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by natural disasters in hilly regions like Jammu and Kashmir. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their loved ones during this difficult time.
The local authorities are working to provide assistance to the affected family and are conducting investigations to determine the exact cause of the incident. As the community mourns the loss of the woman and her three children, it is crucial to prioritize safety measures in vulnerable areas to prevent such tragedies in the future. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
