The death toll has increased as a result of a landslide in Alausi, Ecuador.

APA reports that the EFE agency reported on this.

The natural phenomenon caused the death of 27 people.

The search and rescue operation continues at the scene.

According to the information of the Emergency Situations Department as of March 31, 67 people are missing.

It should be noted that the incident took place on the night of March 27.

In total, there were more than 500 people in the natural disaster zone.

It is estimated that 163 houses were destroyed or damaged.

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01.04.2023

The time is 02:49

At least 21 people died as a result of a landslide in Alausi, Ecuador.

31 people were injured and at least 72 people were missing.

APA reports that the EFE agency reported on this with reference to the rescuers.

Earlier it was reported that 17 people died.

As a result of the landslide that occurred on the night of March 27, residential buildings collapsed.

In total, there were 500 people in the natural disaster zone.