Deadly landslides hit Nepal after heavy rains
Heavy rains and landslides in the Achham district of Nepal killed at least 17 people and left 5 more missing on September 16, 2022.
Remnants of Tropical Storm “Kay” cause severe mudslides in California
The remnants of Tropical Storm “Kay” brought more flash flooding to parts of Southern California on September 12 and 13, 2022, with mud and debris flows sweeping through three San Bernardino County communities.
Catastrophic tailings dam failure at the Jagersfontein diamond mine, South Africa
A catastrophic tailings dam failure occurred at the Jagersfontein diamond mine in South Africa early Sunday morning, September 11, 2022, causing loss of life and severe environmental damage.
Massive landslide hits western Uganda after heavy rains
At least 15 people have been killed after massive landslide caused by heavy rains buried their homes on September 6, 2022. As many as 18 people are feared missing.
Manipur landslide death toll rises to 47, 14 remain missing, India
The number of people that died in the massive landslide that hit Manipur’s Noney district on June 29, 2022, rose to 47 today.
Large rockslide buries 100 homes in Peru’s Ancash region
A large rockslide hit the municipality of Chavín de Huántar, Huari Province of Peru’s Áncash region on June 30, 2022, affecting some 150 homes. The slide took place on the Cruz de Shallapa hill.
Massive landslide hits Tupul Railway Station, leaves at least 45 missing, India
A massive landslide hit Manipur’s Noney district late Wednesday, June 29, 2022, extensively damaging local topography and completely blocking the Iljei River.
Destructive power of rockfalls in a highly graphic manner
A dangerous rockslide occurred on the road in Vietnam’s Thai Nguyen Province on May 26, 2022. The event ‘illustrates the destructive power of rockfalls in a highly graphic manner,’ said landslides expert Dr. Dave Petley.
Massive Lake Powell rockslide caught on video
A massive rock face collapsed into Lake Powell near Antelope Marina, Arizona on May 30, 2022.
Extremely heavy rains, floods and landslides hit Pernambuco, leaving more than 106 people dead, Brazil
The number of fatalities caused by widespread floods and destructive landslides in the Brazilian northeastern state of Pernambuco since May 23 has risen to 93 on May 31, 2022. There are dozens of people still missing.