In brief
A deadly landslide in Jinping village, Sichuan province of southwestern China, has resulted in one confirmed death and 28 individuals reported missing. The incident occurred at 11:50 local time on Saturday, burying ten residences under a mixture of mud and rock. Rescuers have managed to save two people so far.
Emergency response efforts are underway, with a command center established at the disaster site, and Chinese President Xi Jinping calling for an "all-out" rescue operation. Reports indicate that hundreds of emergency workers are actively searching for survivors, with around 200 villagers evacuated as a precautionary measure. Images from state media reveal the dramatic scene, showing a considerable accumulation of debris that has devastated the small community. Premier Li Qiang has also prompted an investigation into geological hazards in adjacent regions, noting villagers had previously reported sightings of falling rocks over the past six months. In response to the catastrophe, the Chinese government allocated 50 million yuan (approximately $6.9 million) for infrastructure repairs and public service support. The mountainous landscape of southwestern China is historically vulnerable to landslides, highlighted by a deadly incident in Yunnan province just last January, which claimed numerous lives.This current tragedy serves as a reminder of the region's geological instability and the importance of proactive safety measures for its residents.
