Mumbai Landslide: Two Dead, Several Trapped After Heavy Rain in Kurla
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Two people were feared dead and several others were reported trapped after a landslide hit a residential area in Kurla early Wednesday following heavy rainfall, civic officials said.
The incident was reported at around 3.48 am at Gaushiya Chawl in Chirag Nagar. Rescue operations were immediately launched, with personnel from the Mumbai Fire Brigade, police, NDRF, BMC and ambulance services deployed at the site.
Two Bodies Recovered
Police officials said two bodies had been recovered from the debris. DCP Ganesh Shinde said around four to five people were suspected to be trapped, while other officials estimated the number of trapped people at six to eight.
The deceased were identified as Sahil Ansari, 28, and Mohamad Samir, 14. Both were declared brought dead at Rajawadi Hospital.
Two other people injured in the incident were identified as Sohel Ansari, 18, and Mohamad Ansari, 14. They were taken to hospital and were reported to be in stable condition.
Rescue Operation Underway
Teams from the BMC, NDRF, fire brigade, police and other emergency agencies are continuing search and rescue operations at the site.
Authorities are using specialised equipment to clear the debris and search for those who may still be trapped.
The landslide occurred amid heavy rainfall in Mumbai, with officials continuing to assess the situation and coordinate relief and rescue efforts.
Visuals from the site showed relatives of the deceased mourning as emergency teams continued operations in the affected area.
