western China's Chongqing, traps people under rubble and destroys buildings
A major landslide in Pengshui, Chongqing, has resulted in at least eight deaths and left dozens missing. Emergency crews are conducting search and rescue operations while providing disaster relief to affected residents.
Why it matters
This event highlights the ongoing risks of natural disasters in mountainous regions of China and the effectiveness of local emergency response protocols.
A large landslide has occurred in south-western China, trapping people under rubble and damaging residential buildings.
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