What to do in a landslide: before, during and after
Know the signs: new cracks in the ground, doors that suddenly stick, unusual sounds; in danger, move uphill out of the path.
Good to know
Koruya has no verified live source of official landslide warnings for Türkiye, so it shows none. No warning here does not mean there is no danger: follow AFAD, the governorship and your municipality.
BeforeBefore a disaster
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Learn the warning signs: new cracks in the ground, doors or windows that suddenly stick, and tilting trees, poles or fences.
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Learn which geological hazards affect where you live. Before buying land or building, ask the responsible authorities.
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Make a household plan that includes your pets, and sign up for local warnings.
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Leave when you are told to evacuate, or when staying feels unsafe.
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Rushing water, mud or unusual sounds.
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If you suspect a landslide: contact the local authority at once, warn the people around who could be affected, and leave the buildings.
DuringDuring a disaster
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Stay alert during heavy rain, also at night: many landslide deaths happen while people are asleep.
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If a slide is heading toward you, move uphill out of its path as fast as you can.
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Watch streams for a sudden change in flow or water turning muddy.
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Do not cross roads with flowing water or mud.
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Follow the instructions of local emergency officials.
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Avoid river valleys and low-lying areas in times of danger.
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If you cannot escape and there is no solid shelter nearby, protect your head and neck: Drop, Cover, Hold On.
AfterAfter a disaster
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Stay away from the slide area: more slides may happen.
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Watch for flooding, which can follow a landslide.
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Report broken utility lines and damaged roads to the authorities.
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Have trained professionals check your foundation and the land around it.
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Turn off the electricity, gas and water nearby. Until you are sure there is no gas leak, use a torch, not matches or electrical devices.
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Check for injured or trapped people without entering the slide area, and direct rescuers to them. Do not move injured people unless there is a danger such as fire or a new slide.
Official sources
Every step in this guide is based on one of these pages.
- Ready.gov (FEMA) Landslides & Debris Flow Page date: · Checked:
- AFAD Heyelanlara Karşı Alınacak Önlemler Page date: · Checked:
A short summary of the sources below, checked against them. Read a source for the full advice.
This guide works offline and summarises public official pages. It is not a live or official announcement; follow the authorities' instructions.