Devastating Mountain Landslide in Sichuan, China: Rescue Efforts Underway
On February 8, at approximately 11:50 AM, a devastating mountain landslide occurred in Jinping Village, Mayi Town, Yunlian County, Yibin City, in the southwestern province of Sichuan, China. The disaster resulted in the burial of multiple residential houses and the entrapment of numerous individuals. As of 5:00 PM on the same day, official reports confirmed that 10 households had been buried under the debris, with more than 30 people reported missing.
8 February 2025
The emergency response was swift, with the Ministry of Emergency Management activating a Level 3 emergency response for geological disasters and the National Committee for Disaster Reduction and Relief initiating a Level 4 rescue response. A rescue team comprising 345 personnel, 101 vehicles, and 8 canines from the national comprehensive firefighting and rescue team, along with 26 personnel and 4 vehicles equipped with 54 sets of equipment from the Sichuan Coal Mine Emergency Rescue Team, and 45 personnel with 22 sets of equipment from the China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group, were dispatched to the scene to conduct rescue operations.
As of 5 pm on February 8, the rescue efforts have successfully saved 2 individuals, who are currently reported to be in stable condition without any life-threatening injuries. The rescue operation is ongoing, with multiple agencies and teams working together to locate and rescue those still trapped. The Chinese government has dispatched a significant number of personnel and equipment to the scene, including 345 firefighters, 101 vehicles, and 8 search dogs.
The local government has established an emergency rescue command center, and the provincial government has activated the highest level of emergency response. The rescue teams are working tirelessly to search for survivors and provide aid to those affected by the disaster. The cause of the landslide is still under investigation, but it is believed to have been triggered by recent weather conditions. The authorities are urging residents in the surrounding areas to remain vigilant and follow evacuation orders if necessary.
The government will continue to organize rescue forces, fully carry out emergency rescue work, strengthen on-site monitoring and control, and ensure rescue safety. The situation is being closely monitored, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The rescue efforts are a top priority, and the government is working to ensure the safety and well-being of all those affected by the landslide.
