The Abrupt Landslide Triggering Concept

The Abrupt Landslide Triggering Concept describes how a sudden event, such as heavy rainfall, an earthquake, or rapid snowmelt, can destabilize a slope quickly, causing a landslide. Instead of gradual erosion or weakening, these triggers push the slope past its stability threshold abruptly, leading to rapid movement of soil and rock downhill. This concept emphasizes the importance of identifying specific triggers that can instantaneously cause landslides, aiding in better prediction and risk management for vulnerable areas.