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Consider the following statements regarding Cloudbursts in India.  I. Cloudbursts take place when an air mass with high humidity is stuck at a place.  II. Cloudburst leads top flash floods that cause damage to human beings and also property.  III. In India, cloudbursts are seen in Jammu and Kashmir, Himacahal Pradesh, Uttarakhand.  Which among the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Cloudbursts in India.  I. Cloudbursts take place when an air mass with high humidity is stuck at a place.  II. Cloudburst leads top flash floods that cause damage to human beings and also property.  III. In India, cloudbursts are seen in Jammu and Kashmir, Himacahal Pradesh, Uttarakhand.  Which among the above statements is/are correct? Correct Answer All I, II and III 

  • Cloudburst is defined as short-term intense torrential rainfall that may last from few minutes to few hours. 
  • Cloubursts occur if an air mass with high humidity is stuck at a place. 
  • This leads to flash floods that can cause considerable damage to lives and property. 
  • Cloudbursts are seen in Jammu and Kashmir, Himacahal Pradesh, Uttarakhand etc. 

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