BMC reported this as a stage II incident.
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Two individual have been lifeless and one was injured after a landslide hit the Kurla area in Mumbai japanese suburb on Wednesday (August 12, 2026). A minimum of six individuals are reported to be trapped underneath the particles. Rescue operation is underway. NDRF personnel and 50 BMC personnels are finishing up the operation.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Company (BMC) reported this as a stage II incident which occurred round 3:48 a.m. at Gaushiya Chawl in Chirag Nagar, Close to Rathod Medical in Kurla West. BMC Mayor Ritu Tawade has additionally reached the spot.
The 2 deceased are recognized as Sohel Ansari (18) and Mohamad Ansari (14). Each have been despatched to Rajawadi Hospital. CMO Dr. Vishal declared Mohamad as introduced lifeless, whereas Sohel sustained head accidents.
“Particles fell on close by rooms of the chawl construction. As per witnesses, six to eight individuals have been trapped underneath the particles,” a BMC official mentioned.
On floor, two divisional fireplace officers (DFO), assistant divisional fireplace officer (ADFO), two senior station officers (SrSO), 4 station officers, 4 fireplace engines, two fireplace tenders, two rescue automobiles, two cell water tankers, one water fast response car have joined the rescue operation.
Printed – August 12, 2026 09:12 am IST
