Common Causes of Landslides
Landslides are typically triggered by natural disasters that weaken slope stability:
- Heavy Rainfall & Flooding – Excess water saturates the soil, reducing cohesion and causing slope failure.
- Earthquakes & Seismic Activity – Shaking dislodges loose rock and soil on steep terrain.
- Wildfires – Burned vegetation leaves slopes exposed and erosion-prone.
- Storm Surges & Hurricanes – Intense rain and coastal erosion increase the risk of slope collapse.