Natural Disasters

Deadly landslide in Badulla, Sri Lanka

A massive landslide struck the Badulla district in south-central Sri Lanka, leading to the deaths of at least 16 people, with hundreds more missing. Heavy rainfall had saturated the soil, resulting in the tragic collapse of a hillside. Rescue operations were quickly initiated, with emergency teams confronting challenging conditions to search for survivors among the debris. The disaster captured national and international attention, highlighting the vulnerability of the region to natural disasters.

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