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14:20, 28-Aug-2017
3 killed, 32 missing in SW China landslide
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Three people were killed and seven injured in a landslide in Bijie City, southwest China's Guizhou Province on Monday morning, according to local authorities.
In a casualty update provided at 8 p.m. local time, the authorities said another 32 people remain missing.
Rescuers pulled 10 people out of the rubble, including three who died.
The landslide took place at around 10:44 a.m. in Zhangjiawan township, Nayong County.
A total of 34 households were destroyed and 81 people have been affected.
The landslide covered the entire village.
The landslide covered Zhangjiawan township in Guizhou Province. /CCTV Photo
The landslide covered Zhangjiawan township in Guizhou Province. /CCTV Photo
Videos filmed by survivors and posted online show some villagers being rescued.
Emergency supplies have been sent to the scene, including tents, bedding and camp beds.
A rescue operation is underway.
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