18 Jun 2020 | 08:56 PM UTC
Honduras: Landslide kills two in Intibucá province June 17
Landslide in Yamaranguila municipality (Intibucá province) kills two on June 17, further rain forecast June 18-19; expect disruptions to travel and maintain heightened vigilance
Event
A landslide killed two people and injured several others on Wednesday, June 17, on the outskirts of Yamaranguila municipality (Intibucá province) in western Honduras.
Moderate to heavy rain is forecast over western Honduras on Thursday, June 18, and Friday, June 19.
Disruptions to travel and infrastructure are to be anticipated in the coming days as a result of the adverse weather.
Advice
Individuals in the affected areas are advised to monitor local weather reports, adhere to instructions issued by local authorities, anticipate continuing disruptions, and never drive or walk through flooded streets. Floodwater may also contain wastewater and chemical products and present residual health hazards.
