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Two girls trapped in avalanche debris rescued by locals in Uri: Officials

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Press Trust of India Srinagar

Two teenaged girls trapped in an avalanche debris in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir were rescued on Monday by locals, said officials.

Shagufta (18) and Meema (15) were trapped under a heap of snow following an avalanche which struck Dudranin Uri area of Baramulla, the officials said.

They said the local residents dug up the debris and rescued the two girls.

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First Published: Jan 13 2020 | 3:45 PM IST

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