
The death toll from the massive landslide in Kalladi, near Bathery, has risen to five as rescue operations continue on a war footing. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate people who may still be trapped beneath the debris. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, while efforts are underway to determine the exact number of missing individuals.
Two teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), comprising a total of 70 rescuers, are leading the search operation. Their primary focus is to locate people trapped under the massive pile of mud and debris and rescue them safely.
Officials are still assessing the number of people who may be buried under the debris. To strengthen search efforts, two specially trained cadaver dogs have been deployed at the site. Rescuers are also using movement locating cameras to detect any possible signs of life beneath the debris.
If the cameras detect even the slightest movement, the NDRF team will carefully begin excavation at the spot to rescue survivors while ensuring their safety.
Senior NDRF officials, including the Operations Deputy Commandant, are heading to the disaster site to supervise the ongoing rescue operations.
Meanwhile, the NDRF has confirmed that the mud and debris blocking the Meenakshi bridge will be cleared by tonight. The move is expected to provide access for rescue vehicles and help restore traffic movement in the area.
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