YUNNAN: A devastating landslide struck Liangshui Village in Tangfang Town, Zhaotong City, Yunnan Province, claiming the lives of 47 people early Monday morning.
The disaster, which occurred at 5:51 a.m., has prompted an extensive rescue operation involving over 200 responders, 33 firefighting vehicles, and 10 loading machines. The buried victims belonged to 18 households, and rescue teams are tirelessly combing through debris in search of the missing individuals.
The disaster relief headquarters is coordinating efforts to locate and rescue survivors. With more than 200 residents evacuated from the affected area, the provincial commission for disaster reduction has activated a Level-III emergency response to manage the ongoing crisis. The tragic incident has cast a somber shadow over the Liangshui Village community, with families anxiously awaiting updates on the rescue efforts.
As the rescue teams navigate through the debris, the weather forecast adds another layer of complexity. The local forecast predicts light snow in Tangfang Town on Tuesday, with temperatures expected to drop to minus three degrees Celsius. The adverse weather conditions pose challenges to the ongoing rescue mission and raise concerns for the well-being of those affected by the landslide.
The landslide has left the community in shock, as the scale of the disaster becomes apparent. The immediate focus is on the comprehensive search and rescue operation, with hopes of finding survivors amid the challenging conditions. The disaster has prompted reflection on the vulnerability of regions prone to natural calamities, emphasizing the need for effective disaster preparedness and response measures.
