At least 41 dead in landslides in India – news Urix – Foreign news and documentaries

In the state of Kerala in the southwest of the country, at least 41 people have died after heavy rain triggered three different landslides in the region, according to the Indian news channel Asianet TV. In addition, at least 70 people are injured. According to the defense in India, hundreds more people have been killed after the landslide. They state that around 225 soldiers are carrying out searches for missing people in the area. A bridge that collapsed in the region earlier has meant that the rescue work has been challenging. The India Meteorological Department warns of more heavy rain in the region during the day. The collapse of a key bridge at the disaster site in Wayanad district has hampered rescue efforts, according to local media. Photo: AFP Several landslides The first landslide occurred at approximately 02:00, followed by a more serious landslide at around 04:10, which caused widespread destruction and loss of life, writes The Indian Express. A video from All India Radio News Trivandrum showed the aftermath of the disaster, with destroyed homes and infrastructure. The video also contained interviews with residents who described the fear and destruction caused by the landslides. Heavy rain has worsened the situation, making the rescue work challenging and dangerous. Photo: AFP Many people are feared to have been washed away in the Chaliyar River in the Nilambur region of Malappuram. In addition, many houses, shops and vehicles are buried under the avalanche masses. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has announced plans to seek help from the army to build a temporary bridge, evacuate those trapped by helicopter, and set up necessary facilities at the disaster site. Published 30.07.2024, at 07.40 Updated 30.07.2024, at 07.58



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