Join our Whatsapp channel
A massive landslide in China’s Sichuan province has left at least 29 people missing as rescue efforts continue. The disaster struck a remote mountainous area, burying homes under thick layers of earth and debris. Officials fear the death toll could rise as rescuers work tirelessly to locate survivors.
Rescue teams, equipped with heavy machinery and sniffer dogs, are combing through the rubble. The affected area remains difficult to access due to unstable terrain and harsh weather conditions. Authorities have deployed emergency personnel to assist in evacuations and relief efforts.
Heavy rainfall and unstable geological conditions are suspected to have triggered the landslide. Local reports suggest that the affected region has experienced repeated weather-related disasters in recent years. Landslides are common in China’s mountainous regions, particularly after heavy rains or earthquakes.
Relatives of the missing have gathered at the site, anxiously awaiting news. Some have taken part in the search efforts, hoping to find their loved ones alive. Emergency shelters have been set up for those displaced by the disaster, and local authorities are providing food and medical aid.
Chinese authorities have vowed full support for rescue operations. President Xi Jinping has urged swift action to prevent further casualties and mitigate risks in other vulnerable areas. The central government has dispatched experts to assess the situation and implement necessary safety measures.
Rescue operations face significant hurdles, including continuous rain and the risk of further landslides. The unstable ground complicates efforts to remove debris without causing additional collapses. Officials remain hopeful but acknowledge that time is critical in locating survivors.
Sichuan province has a history of deadly natural disasters. In 2008, a massive earthquake devastated the region, killing nearly 70,000 people. More recently, landslides and floods have caused significant destruction, highlighting the urgent need for improved disaster preparedness.
(Featured image is for representation purpose only and does not belong to the recent disaster)
