The catastrophic event was linked to improper mining practices, as highlighted by Bambang Tirto Mulyono, the head of West Java's energy and mineral resources department. He emphasized that the quarry operator had previously been warned about their unsafe methods of extracting materials from the bottom of the hill, rather than following the safer top-down approach. Authorities had even cordoned off the site since February due to its failure to meet safety standards.
Indonesia, particularly during its rainy season from October to April, faces a high risk of landslides. In recent months, the nation has endured several landslide-related fatalities, including an incident last month where 10 lives were lost and another in January leading to 25 deaths. The ongoing deforestation, resulting from both agriculture and illegal mining activities, directly contributes to the unstable terrain throughout the region.
Indonesia, particularly during its rainy season from October to April, faces a high risk of landslides. In recent months, the nation has endured several landslide-related fatalities, including an incident last month where 10 lives were lost and another in January leading to 25 deaths. The ongoing deforestation, resulting from both agriculture and illegal mining activities, directly contributes to the unstable terrain throughout the region.
