Mayor Iván Arias stated that illegal construction on the hillside was a major factor contributing to the landslide, underscoring the risks of unregulated development in vulnerable areas.
La Paz, located on steep slopes, faces heightened risks from heavy rainfall, especially following extended periods of drought which can destabilize the land and increase landslide probability.
Officials had previously warned residents about potential river overflows, indicating that authorities were aware of the precarious situation, yet the landslide still caught many off guard.
Despite the landslide affecting 40 homes, the community managed to rescue six individuals without reported injuries, highlighting effective emergency response efforts amid a crisis.
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