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Rescue Efforts Underway After Landslide Buries Dozens in China
Rescuers are in a race against time to reach at least 47 individuals trapped under the rubble of a landslide in southwestern China. The incident occurred in the mountain village of Liangshui in Yunnan province, burying 18 homes and forcing the evacuation of over 500 residents. Drone footage of the disaster site shows a wide expanse of dark mud covering the area, with many village roofs blanketed in snow.
Over 300 rescue workers, along with numerous fire engines and earth-moving equipment, have been mobilized to aid in the search and recovery efforts. Firefighters clad in orange jumpsuits have been combing through the debris, searching for any signs of life amidst the devastation. Despite the challenging conditions posed by heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures, the rescue operation is ongoing.
The mountainous terrain of Yunnan province is known for its susceptibility to landslides, particularly during periods of heavy snow or rainfall. As the region grapples with a cold snap, with temperatures plummeting near or below freezing, the rescue teams are confronting an additional set of challenges in their efforts to locate and save those trapped by the landslide.
Our thoughts are with the individuals affected by this tragedy as the rescue mission continues.
Summery :
– A landslide buried at least 47 people in a mountain village in Yunnan province, China
– More than 300 rescue workers, fire engines, and earth-moving equipment were deployed to the site
– The area was hit by heavy snow, and the temperature was below freezing
– Yunnan’s remote mountains are prone to landslides due to steep slopes and unstable soil
– Southern China is experiencing a cold snap with temperatures dropping near or below freezing
