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Swiss landslide kills 2, leaving one missing: media

By IANS | Updated: June 30, 2024 17:45 IST

Geneva, June 30 After a landslide hit southern Switzerland over the night, rescuers found two bodies on Sunday....

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Geneva, June 30 After a landslide hit southern Switzerland over the night, rescuers found two bodies on Sunday.

Local media said the incident occurred at the Maggia Valley in canton Ticino and one person is still missing, reports Xinhua news agency.

Thunderstorms and heavy rain affected southern and western Switzerland on Saturday evening and into the night.

On Sunday morning, Swiss President Viola Amherd said on social flatform X (formerly Twitter):" The heavy storms have caused major damage in several regions. People are missing in Ticino."

She expressed her condolence to those affected, adding that "the situation remains tense. Please take care and follow the instructions of the authorities."

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