Landslide Triggering Mechanisms

Landslide triggering mechanisms are the processes that cause soil and rock to move down a slope. They can include heavy rainfall, which saturates the ground and weakens it; earthquakes, which create vibrations that destabilize slopes; and human activities like mining or construction, which can alter the landscape. Other factors include erosion from wind or water, changes in vegetation, and the freeze-thaw cycle that breaks apart rocks. Understanding these triggers helps in assessing risk and implementing preventative measures to reduce landslide hazards in vulnerable areas.