262 Sicily Under EMERGENCY—500 Fled In 4 Minutes As Ground Began Grinding Slide That WON'T STOP

31 Jan 2026A landslide in Nuskei, Sicily, forced over 500 residents to evacuate as the ground continued to slide towards the Moyo River Valley. This event followed a previous landslide on January 16th, highlighting the progressive collapse of the hillside. The landslides were triggered by Cyclone Harry’s unprecedented rainfall, which saturated the clay-rich soil, reducing its strength and causing it to behave like a thick paste.A landslide in Nishmei, triggered by Cyclone Harry, led to a progressive, multi-phase collapse of the hillside. This disaster, characterised by ongoing ground movement, has left hundreds of residents displaced and created a precarious situation with limited access to essential services. The incident highlights the challenges of managing geological disasters that persist and expand over time, raising questions about community safety and preparedness in the face of extreme weather events.