Italy can now be found in France - a huge landslide

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In summary, heavy rainfall and erosion of the mountainside caused a huge landslide in Italy, resulting in about 500 meters of land being found in France. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported, but some buildings and roads were damaged. Landslides are not uncommon in this region, but the size and impact of this one were rare. To prevent similar incidents, the local government is implementing measures such as reinforcing the mountainside, redirecting water flow, and developing evacuation plans.
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  • #2
Wow, incredible how the land seems to liquify.
 
  • #3
Roman (roamin') hills. :biggrin:

Was there a lot of rain, or perhaps an earthquake?

Is the white rock dolomite?
 
  • #4
2012 :biggrin:
 
  • #5
The coverage on BBC is not as long (the clip I found, anyway), but it is in much higher resolution. I may search it again and post it a bit later. Scary!
 
  • #7
Sweet. That was impressive.
 
  • #8
Madonna Santissima, incredibile.
 

FAQ: Italy can now be found in France - a huge landslide

1. What caused the huge landslide that resulted in Italy being found in France?

The huge landslide was caused by heavy rainfall and erosion of the mountainside, weakening the stability of the land and causing it to collapse.

2. How big was the landslide and how much of Italy is now located in France?

The landslide was estimated to be about 500,000 cubic meters and resulted in about 500 meters of land from Italy being found in France.

3. Were there any casualties or damage as a result of the landslide?

Fortunately, there were no reported casualties from the landslide. However, some buildings and roads in the affected area were damaged or destroyed.

4. Is this a common occurrence in this region?

Landslides in this region are not uncommon, as it is a mountainous area with a history of erosion and heavy rainfall. However, the size and impact of this particular landslide are rare.

5. What measures are being taken to prevent similar landslides in the future?

The local government is working on implementing measures such as reinforcing the mountainside, redirecting water flow, and monitoring the area for potential landslides. Evacuation plans are also being developed to ensure the safety of residents in case of future landslides.

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