The recent flash flood in Uttarkashi, initially attributed to a cloudburst, is now disputed by experts who claim that the rainfall recorded (27 mm) was insufficient for such an event. Meteorologists indicate that factors like landslides or ice chunks could be more likely causes, and further analysis using satellite imagery is pending to confirm the disaster’s origins. Studies highlight an increase in extreme weather events in Uttarakhand post-2010, exacerbated by unstable geology and human activities, including unregulated construction. This situation underscores the need for comprehensive disaster management and urban planning to mitigate risks associated with extreme weather in vulnerable regions.