In the village of Nergeti, Bagdat region, a tragedy occurred due to landslide processes caused by heavy rains. As a result of the collapse of the earth, four people were killed in four destroyed residential buildings. Rescuers continue to work at the scene and are searching for another person. After a landslide in Baghdati, the bodies of 4 people were found.
The Baghdati landslide affected a wide area – 4 houses washed away
Imereti Governor Zviad Shalamberidze stressed that the landslide in Baghdati affected a wide area and four houses were completely destroyed. A search for ten people was initially announced, but so far only one survivor has been found. All available means and equipment are used in the work of rescuers.
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Further precipitation is expected in Georgia until February 8, 2024
According to the National Environmental Protection Agency, further precipitation is expected in Georgia until February 8, which could worsen the situation. Avalanches and landslides caused by rains also claimed lives in the highlands of Adjara on February 6. One family lost their home in the village Thilwana Khulo, and in the village of Tsaniaris Kedi, junior police inspector Temur Baramidze died.
