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The heavy rainfall this morning has diverted the flood flow towards the nearby National Housing Development Corporation colony in Phuentsholing.

Around eight excavators are currently deployed at the site to clear the debris. So far, no major damage to property or loss of life has been reported.

Via: Kuensel

A 29-year-old man died in a road accident last night at Jigmecholing Gewog, Sarpang, after the Bolero he was driving veered off the road and plunged more than 100 metres near Serkim.

According to police, the accident occurred while he was returning from Boxcut with three Indian labourers, 15 bags of cement, and a friend. The driver died on the spot.

The four others sustained injuries and were taken to the Gelephu Central Regional Referral Hospital. Hospital officials said they are in stable condition.

Police suspect the driver may have lost control of the vehicle at a steep bend. Investigations are ongoing.

Source: BBS

Earthquake report from NCS, India

of magnitude 2.8 reported in at 11:29 AM IST today.

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🌍 A mild earthquake measuring 3.0 magnitude was recorded in Bhutan at around 10:47 PM Bhutan Time on June 15. The tremor occurred at a depth of 16 km.

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ℹ️ The information was reported by India's National Center for Seismology (NCS), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

Roadblock reported at chainage 9km along Serthi DR under Jomotsangkha Dungkhag.

Their Majesties the King and Queen of Bhutan have learnt with great sadness of the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati of Thailand.

Her Royal Highness devoted her life to the service of her country and people. Through her work in advancing justice, supporting the welfare of women and children and her distinguished service in the Royal Thai Armed Forces, she exemplified a deep sense of duty and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of others. Her dedication to public service earned her widespread respect and admiration.

At this time of great sorrow, we extend our deepest condolences to His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn, the Royal Family of Thailand and the people of the Kingdom of Thailand. We join them in mourning the loss of a beloved Princess whose life was devoted to the service of her nation and the well-being of its people.

Our thoughts and prayers are especially with those who knew and loved Her Royal Highness most dearly and who now mourn her loss.

🚨 Body Recovered from Sunkosh River

A search and rescue team recovered the body of a 29-year-old man from the Sunkosh River today. He is suspected to have lost his life after his vehicle reportedly veered off the Tsirang–Wangdue highway and plunged nearly 100 metres into the river.

According to reports, he was travelling from Mendrelgang Gewog in Tsirang to Trongsa late at night. His family alerted the police after he failed to reach his destination. The exact cause of the incident is yet to be confirmed.

With inputs from the BBS

9 of 14 houses completely destroyed

Update: A fire broke out at approximately 3 am in Toktokgom Village under Bongo Gewog in Chukha. The likely cause of the fire is suspected to be electricity, pending official confirmation.
Of the 14 houses in the affected area, 9 have been completely destroyed, with significant loss of household belongings. No casualties have been reported so far.

Police and DeSuup personnel remain on the ground, actively managing the incident and taking measures to protect the remaining 5 houses and prevent further spread of the fire.

Source & Credits: The Bhutanese