Landslide in Mumbai kills 6 as India is drenched by monsoon rains
Summary
A landslide in a crowded neighborhood of Mumbai, India, killed six people and injured four due to heavy monsoon rains. Rescue teams worked to save others despite limited access, and authorities warned of more rain and risks ahead.Key Facts
- The landslide happened early Wednesday in Ghatkopar, a Mumbai suburb.
- At least six people died, including two children and two teenagers.
- Four other people were injured and taken to a government hospital.
- Rescue efforts involved firefighters, police, the National Disaster Response Force, and city officials.
- Narrow lanes made it hard to use heavy equipment during the rescue.
- Mumbai is a city with over 20 million people and often faces heavy rainfall from June to September.
- Monsoon rains frequently cause floods, landslides, and building collapses, especially in hillside slums.
- Officials warned residents in flood- and landslide-prone areas to stay alert as more rain is expected.
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