A landslide in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region has left three dead and seven missing, with rescue teams racing against time to find survivors. The disaster struck Muta Township in Qamdo City on Sunday, triggering a large-scale emergency response.
Over 300 rescuers, including firefighters and medical teams, are combing through debris amid challenging terrain and weather. Three injured individuals have been hospitalized, while displaced residents are receiving temporary shelter and supplies.
"We're using drones and sniffer dogs to locate trapped individuals," said a local emergency official. The cause of the landslide is under investigation, though heavy rainfall in recent weeks is suspected to be a factor.
This incident highlights growing climate-related risks in mountainous regions. Stay tuned for updates as rescue operations unfold. 💔🛠️
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Landslide kills three, seven missing in southwest China's Xizang
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