Landslides ‘are everywhere’ in Oregon and more unpredictable than earthquakes

In an instant, a landslide can level a home or even an entire community.

Landslides aren’t always slow-moving, avoidable events. Debris flows — a dangerous combination of earth, debris and water that can move as fast as 50 mph — are not uncommon in Oregon.

Every year, there are thousands of landslides in Oregon. Geologists say the number is increasing due to climate change…

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