A landslide on Friday in Pengshui County, located on the outskirts of the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing, killed at least eight people and left 34 missing. The disaster buried more than ten residential buildings and forced over 1,100 residents to evacuate.
Key Takeaways
A landslide on Friday in Chongqing's Pengshui County killed at least eight people and left 34 missing, burying residential buildings and forcing over 1,100 evacuations. Rescue efforts are ongoing amidst unstable terrain.
- Landslide occurred around 9:08 a.m. near the Wujiang River
- Ten rescued, including two seriously injured
- Over 800 rescuers on site; relief supplies sent to area
- Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered investigation into cause
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 2 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Of Landslide | 1 Difference | Los Angeles Times and PBS report 9:08 a.m.; Al Jazeera reports 9:10 a.m. | ▼ |
| Death Toll | Broad Agreement | 8 confirmed dead, 34 missing | |
| Rescue Efforts | Broad Agreement | Over 800 rescuers on site, hindered by unstable terrain |
Time Of Landslide
▼Los Angeles Times and PBS report 9:08 a.m.; Al Jazeera reports 9:10 a.m.
Death Toll
Broad Agreement8 confirmed dead, 34 missing
Rescue Efforts
Broad AgreementOver 800 rescuers on site, hindered by unstable terrain
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The landslide occurred around 9:08 a.m., when massive amounts of rock and soil washed downslope near the Wujiang River. According to state broadcaster CCTV, rescue efforts were hindered by unstable terrain and the risk of another landslide. Ten people were rescued from the debris, including two who were seriously injured.
Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered authorities to determine the cause of the disaster. Water, electricity, and gas supplies were cut off within a 0.6-mile radius of the landslide to prevent further disruptions. Over 800 rescuers are on site, with more than 8,000 disaster relief items sent to Chongqing.
The area is known for its unpredictable steep terrain, and dangerous rocks remain along the sides of the cliff. The government has allocated 50 million yuan ($7.36m) in natural disaster relief funds to support rescue operations and assist affected residents.
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