A landslide triggered by Typhoon Saudel has buried multiple people in central China, leaving at least one person dead and 11 others missing, according to state broadcaster CCTV.
The landslide struck Gaoping, a town in a mountainous area of Jiangxi province, at around 4am local time on Saturday. Rescue teams have raced to the scene to search for those buried.
Rescue efforts underway
Emergency services are working to locate the missing individuals. The exact number of people buried remains unclear as of the latest reports.
The disaster follows heavy rains brought by Typhoon Saudel, which has affected parts of the region.
Impact of the landslide
The town of Gaoping is situated in a mountainous area, making it vulnerable to landslides during extreme weather. Local authorities have not yet released further details on the extent of the damage.
This is a breaking news story, and more information is expected to emerge as rescue operations continue.
