Over 1,000 Vehicles Stranded After Heavy Snowfall in Manali; 700 Tourists Rescued

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:02am on 24 Dec 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment

Heavy snowfall in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, left over 1,000 vehicles stranded between Solang and the Atal Tunnel, creating traffic chaos. Police rescued 700 tourists and shifted them to safety. The influx of visitors for Christmas and New Year celebrations worsened the situation. Visuals showed police assisting stranded travelers amid snow-covered roads. Meanwhile, Shimla experienced a mesmerizing snowfall, delighting tourists and boosting the local tourism industry. Many visitors extended their stay, calling the snowfall a "once-in-a-lifetime experience." Authorities continue to manage the situation as Himachal Pradesh braces for more winter tourism challenges.

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