How do we rebuild when landslides claim 63 lives and leave hundreds trapped in Kerala's Wayanad district?

 A devastating series of landslides has struck Kerala's Wayanad district, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. At least 63 people have lost their lives, and 116 others have sustained injuries after three landslides ravaged the Chooralmala village within a span of just four hours. The region, already reeling from heavy rainfall, now faces a grim battle for survival as rescue teams scramble to reach those still trapped beneath the rubble.

The landslides, triggered by incessant downpours, swept through Chooralmala, obliterating large swathes of village land. Entire homes, bridges, and roads have been wiped out, leaving the area virtually unrecognizable. The picturesque village, located near Meppadi in the hilly terrains of Wayanad, has been reduced to a scene of devastation.

Rescue operations were swiftly launched by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), supported by local fire brigade teams and police. These teams, battling harsh conditions and difficult terrain, are working tirelessly to locate survivors and assess the full scale of the damage. However, authorities have cautioned that the true extent of the destruction remains unclear, with many still feared to be trapped.

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As the rescue efforts continue, the community and authorities are united in their resolve to save as many lives as possible. The landslides have underscored the vulnerability of the region to natural disasters, particularly during the monsoon season. With hundreds still unaccounted for, the focus remains on the ongoing search and rescue operations, while the people of Kerala hope for a miracle amid the tragedy.