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Landslides/Mudslides


The recent California Wildfires made areas of the state susceptible to landslides, mudslides, and mudflows as a result of the landscape changes. When wildfires burn trees, and other materials, ash and debris are formed, which can make the ground slick. Landslides are a result of rocks, debris, and other materials sliding down a mountain or cliff. A mudslide, occurs when large amounts of mud gather and flow down a slope. When combined with large amounts of water a landslide forms a flowing liquid creating a mudflow, which has more fluid than a mudslide. Below are resources to help understand what causes landslides, mudslides, and mudflows, and how schools can prepare for these events.

Resources

American Red Cross - Landslide Safety External link opens in new window or tab.
What to do before, during, and after a landslide.

California Department of Public Safety - Landslides and Mudslides External link opens in new window or tab.
Be informed on landslides and mudslides.

National Geographic- Landslides External link opens in new window or tab.
Information on what causes landslides.

Ready.gov - Landslides and Debris Flow External link opens in new window or tab.
Information on landslides/debris flow.

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Last Reviewed: Tuesday, July 2, 2024
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