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Devastating Landslide in Northwestern Georgia Claims Lives and Leaves Dozens Missing

On August 5, 2023, foreign news agencies reported that on August 4, the past A landslide occurred in Shovi, a small resort town. in the mountains of northwestern Georgia There were 11 initial deaths and dozens more missing.

The cause was caused by two glaciers in the upper reaches of the river beginning to melt heavily and flowing down with heavy rain. until the soil cannot hold water and eventually collapsed

News reports that The number of people missing under the landslide is estimated at 25. Authorities have evacuated more than 200 people from the area. While helicopters and rescue dogs were dispatched to help with the search operations.

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2023-08-05 00:35:50

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