Landslide in Hisingen β horse has been dragged along
A horse and parts of a barn have been pulled into a landslide in Hisingen, Gothenburg, with rescue operations ongoing through the night.
A landslide occurred in Hisingen, Gothenburg, resulting in a horse and sections of a barn being dragged away. The alarm about the landslide was raised on Friday evening, and the affected area is approximately 2,000 square meters in size. Fortunately, no person has been injured in the incident. Reports indicate that two horses were present in the barn, and one of them was caught in the landslide, raising concerns about its condition.
Witnesses have shared harrowing accounts of the situation, with one man reporting that various personal belongings, including a tractor, wheel loader, two cars, and a lawnmower, were also taken by the landslide. This incident has highlighted the potential dangers of landslides in the region, especially in areas close to urban development, prompting discussions about future preventive measures and land use policies to prevent such occurrences.
The local police and rescue services have been on-site throughout the night and continue their efforts on Saturday to assess the situation and support those affected. The ongoing rescue operations will determine the fate of the horse and the extent of the damage caused by the landslide, emphasizing the need for community awareness and preparedness in dealing with natural disasters.