La Conchita landslide (2005)

The La Conchita landslide in 2005 was a massive mudslide caused by heavy rainfall on unstable hillside soil. The steep terrain, combined with recent construction and natural erosion, made the area prone to landslides. When the rain intensified, it triggered a large amount of earth and debris to slide downhill, destroying homes and blocking roads. The event highlighted the risks of building on unstable slopes and the importance of proper land management and warning systems to prevent such disasters.