Landslides

Sri Lanka faces severe floods and landslides, killing over 40 people, leaving 21 missing, and disrupting transport in central provinces. Thousands of families are affected as authorities halt trains and close roads.

Northeast Floods: Record Rains Cause Flash Floods, Landslides In Assam, Meghalaya & Other States

Heavy rains triggered by a depression over north Bangladesh and adjoining Meghalaya have caused devastating floods and landslides across five northeastern Indian states—Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh—resulting in at least 32 deaths in the past 24 hours. Assam reported 9 deaths, including five in Guwahati due to landslides. Arunachal Pradesh lost nine lives in two separate landslide incidents. Meghalaya reported seven deaths from landslides, lightning, and drowning, while Mizoram reported six fatalities, including three Myanmar nationals after a hotel collapse. In Nagaland, one person died in a landslip on NH-29. Guwahati and Tezpur recorded their highest-ever rainfall for May, causing urban flooding, school closures, and widespread displacement. Manipur rivers swelled beyond danger levels, threatening more breaches. Authorities are monitoring the situation, and emergency relief efforts are underway. Many residents in landslide-prone zones remain at risk, while the Indian Meteorological Department predicts some rainfall reduction in the coming days.

Earthquake of 7.4 magnitude jolts Vanatu, survivors term it as 'most violent' | N18G

On December 17, a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, causing widespread damage. Drone footage revealed multiple landslides, blocking roads near the international shipping terminal, with at least one container toppling over. Buildings and vehicles were damaged, and at least one person was reported killed. Several aftershocks followed the initial tremor. Australia’s Foreign Minister, Penny Wong, expressed solidarity with Vanuatu and pledged support, stating that Australia would provide the necessary assistance. Social media footage showed significant damage to buildings housing foreign missions, including those of the U.S., U.K., France, and New Zealand. Despite the destruction, Australian high commission staff were confirmed to be safe. Journalist Dan McGarry, who filmed the drone footage, described the quake as the most violent he had experienced in his 21 years in Vanuatu. Communication systems were also affected, and the full extent of casualties was unclear at the time.

13 dead after landslides bury 40 homes in villages in eastern Uganda

The Uganda Red Cross Society said 13 bodies have been recovered and the rescue effort is continuing

Rescue teams search for missing after floods, landslides kill at least 16 in Bosnia

Construction machines worked to remove piles of rocks and debris covering the central town of Jablanica after the rainstorm early on Friday

Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh, landslides and flash floods block 288 roads

Water from overflowing streams has entered several houses in Una while the Lahaul and Spiti police have issued an advisory for residents and travellers to exercise extreme caution and not to cross the Jahalman Nallah as its water level is "rapidly" rising, they said.

Tharoor criticised for 'memorable day in Wayanad' post, hits back with word's definition

"Some memories of a memorable day in Wayanad," Tharoor captioned his post on Friday.

Landslides: Rescuers to be deployed in spots where chances of recovery of bodies high, says Minister

Riyas said that search operations will continue in the 40-kilometre stretch of the Chaliyar river, which flows through Wayanad, Malappuram and Kozhikode districts, as many bodies and remains were recovered from it near Nilambur in Malappuram.

From Wayanad to Kedarnath, 10 most devastating landslides in Indian history

On July 30, 2024, a series of devastating landslides struck the villages of Mundakkai, Chooralmala, and Meppadi in Wayanad district, Kerala. Torrents of mud, water, and boulders cascaded down the hillsides, resulting in widespread destruction. The disaster has claimed over 300 lives, with many more reported missing.

India flood crisis: Rising water levels and impact across regions

India faces severe flooding with rising water levels in the Ganga in Haridwar and other affected states. Watch visuals from various locations as the crisis impacts millions and unfolds across the country.

Tamil actor Vikram donates Rs 20 lakh to help Kerala's Wayanad landslide victims

Actor Chiyaan Vikram has recently made a generous donation of Rs. 20 lakh to the Kerala Chief Minister's Distress Relief Fund. The funds will be utilized to support those affected by the devastating Wayanad landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall in the region.

Wayanad disaster: Landslides kill at least 106; here's what we know so far

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan issued a statement, said all government agencies have joined the search and rescue operations.

Heavy rains trigger landslides in Nepal, 11 killed, 8 missing

Eight people were missing, either washed away by floods or buried in landslides, while 12 others were injured and being treated in hospitals, police spokesperson Dan Bahadur Karki said.

Cloudburst triggers landslides and severe flooding in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh

A cloudburst on Sunday morning (June 23) caused multiple landslides and severe flooding in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. Secretary Dani Salu from the Disaster Management Department reports on the situation, and local residents share their experiences. The district administration advises against approaching rivers or landslide-prone areas. Watch for more details and updates.

Cloudburst in Itanagar triggers landslides, flood-like situation

Despite heavy rains in Arunachal Pradesh over recent weeks, the weather had improved in the past two days with no forecast of rain, they added

Rain triggers landslides, flood-like situation in several Arunachal districts

The state capital witnessed landslides at several locations, with waterlogging reported along the Doimuk-Potin Road and several stretches of the Itanagar-Yupia Road

The hills need strategies to mitigate the risk of a disaster

Several districts of Uttrakhand are disaster-prone. And, it is not just due to climate change. Mining, tree-felling and wrong techniques employed for road expansion are causing landslides and land subsidence

In Pics: Heavy rains cause landslide and destruction on the Kullu Highway

This month, over 120 people have died in landslides and other rain-related disasters in the state, with approximately 80 of them dying since August 14

Himachal rains: Buildings collapse in Kullu, hundreds stranded after landslides block highway

The local MeT office issued a 'yellow warning' of heavy rains on Friday and predicted a wet spell in the state till August 30.

Landslides, floods kill 38 so far as monsoon rains lash Nepal; See Pics

The rains, which lash the Himalayan nation from June to September, kill scores of people every year, and many more go missing as the monsoon triggers landslides and floods.

In Pics: Landslides in Raigad cause immense destruction amid extreme weather

Scientists believe that climate change and global warming are causing monsoons to become increasingly irregular, resulting in frequent landslides and flash floods in India's Himalayan north.

Himachal Pradesh: Five dead in landslides, all major rivers in spate after heavy rains

All major rivers are in spate, officials said, adding the local met office had issued a fresh red alert of extremely heavy rains (above 204 mm) in ten out of 12 districts, barring tribal districts of Kinnaur and Lahaul and Spiti, on July 9.

Heavy rain triggers landslides in several parts of Arunachal Pradesh

A stretch of the National Highway-415 between Banderdewa and Nirjuli, was washed away on Thursday evening, while a portion of culvert formation at Karisngsa block point also eroded, Capital DC Talo Potom said.

Floods, landslides kill 6 people in Nepal

Three persons died in Taplejung and one each in Paanchthar, Nuwakot and Sankhuwasabha districts, the Nepal Police said.

In Pics: Heavy rainfall in Brazil causes flooding and landslides, killing at least 36

Heavy rains in coastal areas of southeast Brazil have caused flooding and landslides that killed at least 36 people and dislodged hundreds of others, according to a statement from Sao Paulo state authorities on February 19.