Summary
A landslide in West Java, Indonesia, has led to at least 17 deaths, with 42 people still missing. Heavy rain caused the landslide, affecting a marine training camp and the village of Pasirlangu. Rescue efforts are ongoing, but the unstable ground and narrow access roads are slowing progress.
Key Facts
- The landslide struck on Saturday in West Java, Indonesia.
- At least 17 people have died, and 42 remain missing.
- Heavy rain caused the landslide, impacting a marine training camp and Pasirlangu village.
- Among the missing are 19 elite marine members training for an operation.
- Four marines are confirmed to be among the dead.
- Over 50 houses are heavily damaged, displacing more than 650 people.
- Rescuers face challenges due to unstable ground and risk of further landslides.
- Efforts to find missing people involve both heavy machinery and manual digging.
