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Synopsis
A series of landslides in Venezuela buried an estimated 30,000 people and destroyed a 100-kilometer stretch of coastline.
Synopsis
In the Welsh mining village of Aberfan, a mudslide engulfed a school in 1966, claiming the lives of an entire generation of children. The documentary details this tragedy alongside other catastrophic landslides, including a series in California in early 2018 triggered by heavy rainfall. It also recounts the destruction along a 100-kilometer stretch of Venezuela's coastline, where an estimated 30,000 people were lost. Experts explain the conditions that lead to these disasters and the challenges of prevention and response.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the deadly landslide in Wasing, Washington in 2014?
The landslide in Wasing, Washington, which killed 44 people, was blamed on deforestation.
How fast can a debris flow travel?
A debris flow can reach terrifying speeds of up to 160 km/h.
What triggered the landslide that killed 20,000 people in Sichuan Province in 2008?
The landslide was triggered by the Wenwan earthquake.
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