Death toll rises to 54 in Philippines landslide, 63 still missing

Published: 11 February 2024 at 16:16

The death toll from a major landslide in the southern Philippines has risen to 54, with 63 people still missing. The landslide occurred in the village of Masara, Davao de Oro province, following weeks of torrential rains. Rescue efforts have been hampered by poor weather conditions and the threat of further landslides. Among the missing are gold miners who were waiting in two buses to be driven home when the landslide struck. More than 1,100 families living in the surrounding area have been moved to evacuation centers.

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