Swiss village threatened by 1.2 million tonne rockfall

Residents of the Swiss village of Bondo have been evacuated after a huge rockfall threatened to destroy their homes.

The rockfall, which occurred on August 23, 2017, sent 1.2 million tonnes of rock cascading down the mountainside, destroying several buildings and blocking the road.

The village of Bondo is located in the Swiss canton of Graubünden, near the border with Italy. The village is home to around 1,000 people.

The rockfall occurred at around 9:30am local time. A large section of the mountainside collapsed, sending a torrent of rock and debris down the mountainside. The rockfall destroyed several buildings, including a hotel and a church.

The rockfall also blocked the road leading to Bondo, cutting off the village from the outside world. The Swiss army has been called in to help clear the road and evacuate the residents.

The rockfall is the latest in a series of natural disasters to hit Switzerland in recent years. In 2016, a landslide in the village of Gondo killed 8 people. In 2015, a mudslide in the village of Sierre killed 21 people.

The Swiss government has pledged to provide financial assistance to the residents of Bondo. The government is also working to develop a plan to prevent future rockfalls in the area.

Conclusion

The rockfall in Bondo is a reminder of the power of nature. It is also a reminder of the importance of being prepared for natural disasters.

The Swiss government is working to develop a plan to prevent future rockfalls in the area. However, it is important for residents to be aware of the risks and to take steps to protect themselves.

Residents should be aware of the warning signs of a rockfall, such as cracks in the ground or movement in the rock. If they see any of these signs, they should evacuate the area immediately.

Residents should also have an emergency plan in place. This plan should include a list of evacuation routes and a place to meet family members.