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Guwahati Reels: Landslide Traps Family, Floods Disrupt City
29 Aug
Summary
- Heavy rain caused a landslide, damaging a house and trapping three family members.
- Rescued individuals were hospitalized, while floods inundated several city areas.
- Urbanization and hill cutting contribute to frequent landslides in Guwahati.
Heavy rains lashed Guwahati on Friday, causing a landslide in the Sonapur area that damaged a house and trapped a family of three. The incident, occurring in Moupur NC village, was a result of saturated soil from approximately 6 mm of rainfall. Officials confirmed that the family members were rescued and hospitalized without fatalities.
This event highlights a recurring issue in Guwahati, where rapid urbanization, deforestation, and construction on unsafe slopes have led to frequent landslides. Authorities have identified 366 vulnerable zones across 19 hills and have urged residents in these areas to relocate to safer locations.
Meanwhile, the relentless rain also caused significant flooding in Jorabat and adjoining localities, disrupting traffic. Residents have voiced concerns about slow-paced infrastructure projects contributing to severe waterlogging during heavy downpours, exacerbating daily inconveniences.
