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A landslide is the downslope movement of rock, soil, or debris, often triggered by heavy rainfall or saturated ground, that can damage buildings, roads, and infrastructure.
Example in context
You're assessing a hillside transport link. Heavier rainfall raises the chance of a slope failure that closes the route and triggers costly repairs — a risk that does not appear on a flat-site flood map.
Why it matters
Landslides are localised but destructive and are increasingly linked to intensifying rainfall. They are material to infrastructure and property in exposed terrain. EarthScan assesses climate-driven ground hazards at the asset level.
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FAQ
What triggers a landslide?
Heavy or prolonged rainfall can saturate the ground on a slope, causing rock, soil, or debris to move downhill.
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