Several fatalities in flash floods in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan

At least eight people, including children, have died after floods and landslides in the mountainous regions of southwestern Kyrgyzstan, reports Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) reported on June 30, citing authorities.

A state of emergency has been declared in Nookat district following heavy rains in the region that are forecast to continue until July 2.

A popular holiday resort, Abshir Ata, was badly affected, local broadcaster Turmush reported.

More than 1,300 holidaymakers were evacuated from the area, the Ministry of Emergency Situations said.

Footage captured by (RFE/RL) from June 29 shows rescue workers using footbridges to evacuate people across a flooded ravine as they battle the raging, waist-high waters. Photo credit: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty via Storyful

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