Landslide crisis in southwest China: 30 missing, homes buried
According to Chinese state media, at least 30 people are missing in southwest China due to a landslide. Some homes are buried, and the rescue operation is ongoing. Approximately 200 people have been evacuated from the endangered area so far.
The Chinese Ministry of Emergency Management has dispatched hundreds of rescuers, including firefighters, to a village in Junlian County, located in the southern part of the country.
The landslide has buried 10 homes, and around 30 individuals are missing.
State media reports indicate that two people have been rescued, and about 200 have been evacuated from the endangered area.
Rescue operation continues
The BBC reported that a command centre has been established at the scene to coordinate rescue efforts, and the operation is ongoing.
One resident told "Beijing News" that over the past six months, falling rocks have been frequently observed from the mountain. Geologists conducted an inspection of the area at the end of last year.
President Xi Jinping expressed concern about the situation and urged authorities to make every effort to find the missing individuals.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has ordered an investigation and inspection of potential geological threats in nearby regions. According to the Xinhua agency, Premier Li also emphasized the need to evacuate residents from the danger zone to prevent further disasters.
According to Sky News, landslides in China are common, particularly in mountainous areas, where heavy rainfall can lead to ground instability.
Source: Sky News/BBC/X/WP
