A landslide near the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing has killed at least eight people and left at least 34 missing, with more than 1,100 residents forced to evacuate.
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Key facts
- At least eight people have been killed in the landslide, according to Al Jazeera.
- At least 34 people are missing.
- More than 1,100 people have been forced to evacuate.
- The landslide struck on the outskirts of the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing.
- Homes were buried by the landslide.
A landslide on the outskirts of the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing has killed at least eight people and left at least 34 others missing, according to Al Jazeera.
The disaster buried homes and forced more than 1,100 people to evacuate the affected area, Al Jazeera reported.
Details on the exact cause of the landslide and the timing of rescue operations were not provided in the available reports. The number of missing people underscores the scale of the search facing authorities in the aftermath.
As of the latest reporting, the death toll stood at eight with at least 34 people still unaccounted for. Figures in disasters of this kind can change as search and rescue efforts continue.
Why it matters
Landslides can cause sudden and severe loss of life, particularly where they bury homes and displace large numbers of residents. With dozens still missing, the human toll from this event may rise as recovery efforts continue.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the landslide happen?
The landslide occurred on the outskirts of the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing, according to Al Jazeera.
How many people were affected?
At least eight people were killed and at least 34 were reported missing, while more than 1,100 people were forced to evacuate, according to Al Jazeera.
What damage did the landslide cause?
The landslide buried homes and forced the evacuation of more than 1,100 people, according to Al Jazeera.
Timeline
- Landslide in southwest China kills eight and leaves 34 missing
Al Jazeera: A landslide on the outskirts of the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing has killed at least eight and left 34 missing
- Eight killed, at least 34 missing after landslide in China’s Chongqing
Al Jazeera: Landslide has buried homes and forced more than 1,100 people to evacuate.