World · 24 Jul 2026

China landslide toll rises to 14 in Chongqing; dozens feared dead

China landslide toll rises to 14 in Chongqing; dozens feared dead

The death toll from a landslide in southwestern China's Pengshui County, Chongqing, rose to 14 on Friday after rescuers recovered three more bodies, with officials warning dozens more likely died. The slide, which struck about a week ago, buried homes at a mountain's base and along a riverbank. Rescuers searching for around 50 missing people reported finding no signs of life.

Source: The Hindu

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