Search and Recovery Efforts Halted at New Zealand Camp Site Due to Landslide After Heavy Rains
Summary
Search and recovery operations at a New Zealand campsite have been halted due to safety risks following heavy rain-induced landslides that killed at least six people.
Key Points
- Search and recovery operations at Mount Maunganui camp ground in New Zealand were temporarily suspended due to safety concerns after heavy rain caused landslides.
- At least six people, including two teenagers, are suspected to have died in the Mount Maunganui landslide.
- Police moved all personnel to safety after new fissures appeared at the site, increasing the risk of further landslides.
- New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon expressed condolences and described the incident as extremely tragic.
