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Indonesia Landslide: 34 Dead, Dozens Still Missing
28 Jan
Summary
- 34 victims identified after landslide in Pasirlangu village.
- Over 650 people displaced, dozens of homes destroyed.
- Heavy rain triggered the deadly debris torrent.
The death toll from a landslide in Indonesia has climbed to 34, with authorities confirming that dozens remain unaccounted for. The disaster occurred on Saturday when heavy rains unleashed a torrent of debris that swept through Pasirlangu village on Java island.
By Tuesday evening, 34 victims had been identified and were being prepared for burial. While the official missing count was revised to 32, local officials anticipate the actual number could be significantly higher. Rescuers are working in unstable conditions, fearing additional landslides due to ongoing bad weather.
More than 50 houses were severely damaged, and over 650 people have been displaced by the event. Concerns have been raised about deforestation contributing to such disasters, with regional officials pledging to relocate those affected and highlighting the role forests play in preventing landslides by absorbing rainfall and stabilizing soil.
