A community worker in his 20s died in a landslide in Chongqing, China, on July 28, 2026, after helping evacuate residents during heavy rains, according to local authorities. The incident occurred in a mountainous area of the municipality, where rescue efforts were ongoing.
The worker, whose name has not been publicly released pending family notification, was part of a team assisting with evacuations when the landslide struck. He was buried under debris and later pronounced dead at the scene.
Heavy rainfall in the region had triggered multiple landslides, prompting emergency responses. The Chongqing government expressed condolences and is investigating the incident.
