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Landslide hits campsite in New Zealand: at least six people buried

25.06.2026 03:05 1 min 3 sources
bz Basel DEU + 2 more
Landslide hits campsite in New Zealand: at least six people buried
Original source: bz Basel

In Brief

A landslide buried part of a campsite on New Zealand's North Island on Thursday. At least six people in campervans are trapped under the debris. Rescue teams are conducting intensive searches.

On Thursday, a landslide struck a campsite on New Zealand's North Island, burying part of the area. According to rescue services, at least six people are trapped under the debris.

Incident details

  • The landslide covered several campervans (motorhomes) where tourists were staying.
  • The exact number of casualties is being clarified, but at least six people are reported missing.
  • Rescue teams are conducting intensive search operations at the scene.

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Landslide in New Zealand buries camper vans at campsite

23.01.2026 bz Basel DEU Original source

Landslide in New Zealand buries at least six campers on campground

23.01.2026 Oltner Tagblatt DEU Original source

Landslide in New Zealand buries at least six motorhomes

23.01.2026 TeleZüri DEU Original source

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