Swiss Authorities Urgently Advise Villagers to Evacuate Homes Due to Rockfall Threat
Swiss Authorities Order Evacuation of Brienz Village Due to Risk of Rockfall
Authorities in Switzerland have issued an evacuation order for the village of Brienz due to the risk of a massive rockfall. A two million cubic meter rock near the village is expected to break soon, posing a threat to the residents of the village.
The authorities held an evening meeting with the residents of Brienz to inform them about the evacuation, and about 100 people were asked to leave the village until the evening hours of 12 May. From that date, no one will be allowed to stay overnight in the village until the next call, after which entry to Brienz will be allowed if the risk level allows.
All access roads to Brienz will now be open to residents and landlords only. The authorities have also stated that the livestock of the two farms in the village will remain in the barns for the time being.
It has been reported that the village of Brienz has been under geological risk for some time. The Swiss authorities have been monitoring the area closely and have now issued the evacuation order to ensure the safety of the residents.
The evacuation order has caused concern and anxiety among the residents of Brienz, but it is a necessary measure to prevent any potential harm caused by the rockfall. The Swiss authorities will continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as necessary.
