West Java landslide
The emergency response for the West Java landslide, which occurred on January 24, 2026, in the Cisarua area of West Bandung Regency, concluded on February 6, 2026. As of February 10, 2026, all 80 victims have been accounted for, marking the resolution of search and rescue operations. The landslide affected 158 people, displaced 564 individuals, and damaged numerous homes. A 14-day state of emergency was declared following the disaster, which was triggered by heavy rain and hampered rescue efforts due to unstable ground.
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April 2026 — 1 developments
West Bandung Regency Government concludes West Java landslide emergency response
The emergency response for the West Java landslide has concluded, with all 80 victims now accounted for as of February 10, 2026. The West Bandung Regency Government officially ended the declared emergency response period on February 6, 2026, marking the resolution of search and rescue operations.
February 2026 — 2 developments
West Java landslide death toll reaches 80 as search continues
The search for victims of the West Java landslide has continued, with the number of recovered bodies reaching 80 as of February 2. The landslide, which occurred on January 24 in the Cisarua area, has affected 158 people, displaced 564 individuals, and damaged numerous homes.
West Java landslide death toll rises to 74, six still missing
The death toll from the West Java landslide has risen to at least 74, with six people still reported missing.
January 2026 — 23 developments
West Java declares 14-day state of emergency after landslide
A 14-day state of emergency has been declared in West Java following the landslide, with authorities warning that continued heavy rain and unstable ground are hindering rescue operations.
Rescue Teams Recover 53 Bodies from West Java Landslide
Rescue teams have recovered a total of 53 bodies from the landslide in West Java as search operations continue. This brings the confirmed death toll to 53.
Landslide tears through Pasirlangu, damaging homes and displacing hundreds
The landslide, which occurred on a Saturday, tore through Pasirlangu, causing severe damage to dozens of homes and displacing hundreds of people.
West Java landslide death toll rises to 50, hundreds displaced
The death toll from the landslide in West Java has risen to 50, with dozens still missing, and at least 685 people have been displaced.
Rescue teams deploy heavy machinery to accelerate search for missing in West Bandung landslide
Authorities confirmed the landslide, triggered by heavy rain, occurred in the village of Pasirlangu in the West Bandung regency. Rescue teams have deployed additional heavy machinery to accelerate search operations for the missing.
West Java landslide: Death toll rises to 17, 73 missing amid rescue efforts
The death toll from the West Java landslide has risen to at least 17, with 73 people still missing as of January 27, 2026. Rescue operations are ongoing but severely hampered by heavy rainfall and unstable terrain. Environmental groups suggest a disregard for spatial planning in conservation areas contributed to the tragedy.
Indonesian rescuers search for dozens trapped after West Java landslide kills 47
Rescuers in Indonesia are racing to find dozens of people still trapped after a landslide in West Java, which has already killed at least 47 people. Heavy rains triggered the predawn landslide on Saturday, burying a marine training camp and about 30 houses. Authorities fear the true number of missing could be higher, with ongoing challenges from bad weather and unstable soil.
Landslide injures 3, displaces 1,000
The landslide has resulted in three injured individuals and displaced 1,000 people.
West Java landslide death toll rises to 48; 30 victims identified by search and rescue team
The death toll from the West Java landslide has risen to 48, with 30 victims identified and evacuated by the joint search and rescue team.
Rescue teams update missing count to 61 after landslide
The number of people still missing following the landslide has been updated to approximately 61, as rescue teams continue search operations.
Landslide death toll rises to 38; 20 victims identified
The death toll from the landslide has risen to 38, with 20 victims identified and returned to their families. Search and rescue operations are ongoing.
West Java authorities begin cloud-seeding to reduce extreme rainfall after landslide
West Java authorities have initiated a weather modification operation, including cloud-seeding, to reduce extreme rainfall and support ongoing evacuation and aid delivery efforts following the landslide. The operation began on January 25.
West Java landslide death toll rises to 34; 19 marines among 42 missing
The death toll from the West Java landslide has risen to 34, with 19 Indonesian elite marines reported among the 42 missing, and 34 houses buried. Search operations continue with expanded personnel and specialized units.
Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 25; search continues for missing
The death toll from the Indonesia landslide has risen to 25. Rescuers continue to search for 72 to 80 people still unaccounted for.
West Java landslide death toll rises to 16 as more bodies recovered
The death toll from the West Java landslide has risen to 16, with search and rescue operations continuing for dozens of missing people. Five more bodies were recovered, bringing the total to 16.
Landslide death toll rises to 10; 80 missing, including 23 soldiers
The death toll from the landslide has risen to 10, with search and rescue operations continuing for over 80 missing people. Reports suggest that 23 soldiers might be among those missing.
Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 85 in West Java
The death toll from the landslide in Indonesia's West Java province has continued to rise, with reports indicating figures from 7 dead and 82 missing on January 24, 2026, to 38 dead by January 28, and eventually 64 dead by January 31. As of February 4, the death toll has climbed to 85, with ongoing search and rescue operations.
Landslide death toll rises to 9, 81 missing in Pasirlangu village
The death toll from the landslide has increased to at least 9 people, with 81 others currently reported missing. Rescuers are continuing their search efforts in Pasirlangu village.
Local authorities order evacuation of landslide-prone areas
Local authorities ordered the evacuation of residents in areas prone to landslides due to fears of further tragedies.
Indonesia's weather agency warned of extreme weather and heavy rain in West Java
The landslide was attributed to heavy rainfall, and Indonesia's weather agency had issued warnings of extreme weather, including heavy rain across parts of West Java for a week starting on Friday.
Search and rescue teams deployed to optimize search for missing persons
Search and rescue teams were deployed to the affected area, with efforts focused on optimizing the search for missing persons.
Indonesian disaster agency reports 7 dead, 82 missing after landslide
Indonesia's disaster mitigation agency reported at least seven people dead and 82 missing following the landslide.
Landslide buries 30 homes in Indonesia's West Bandung region
A landslide occurred in the West Bandung region of Indonesia's West Java province around 2:00 AM local time (19:00 GMT on January 23), burying approximately 30 homes.
January 2001 — 1 developments
North Sulawesi Landslides: 32 Victims Identified, 2 Still Missing
A local newspaper reported that 32 victims of landslides in North Sulawesi had been identified and two were still missing as of January 24.