Landslide in Bandung, Indonesia: 7 Dead, 82 Missing
In a tragic turn of events, a landslide in Bandung, Indonesia, has resulted in seven fatalities and left 82 individuals missing. The disaster occurred in the West Bandung region of West Java province, as reported by Indonesia’s disaster mitigation agency.
Landslide Details
The landslide struck Pasirlangu village at approximately 2 a.m. local time on Saturday, which corresponds to 7 p.m. GMT on Friday. It was caused by a strong flow of water and loose soil from Mount Burangrang, impacting around 30 homes while residents were asleep.
Rescue Operations Underway
Abdul Muhari, a spokesperson for the disaster agency, emphasized the urgency of rescue efforts, stating, “The number of missing persons is high. We will try to optimize our search and rescue efforts today.” The recording of casualties and injuries is currently ongoing.
- Date of Incident: January 24, 2026
- Location: Pasirlangu Village, West Bandung, West Java
- Affected Area: Approximately 30 hectares (74 acres)
- Fatalities: 7 confirmed dead
- Missing Persons: 82
Weather Conditions and Evacuations
Heavy rains had been persistent in the area leading up to the disaster, prompting local authorities to evacuate residents from known landslide-prone regions. Indonesian weather officials had also issued warnings about extreme weather conditions for a week starting from Friday.
Wider Context of Natural Disasters
This landslide follows a series of disasters in Indonesia, where over 1,170 people lost their lives due to floods and landslides in parts of North Sumatra, West Sumatra, and Aceh provinces just last month. In response, the Indonesian government has initiated legal action against six companies for their role in environmental degradation, which is believed to exacerbate the risk of such natural disasters.
The country is increasingly grappling with the impacts of climate change, deforestation, and rising sea levels. These factors have heightened the frequency and severity of natural disasters across the archipelago.
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