What does “landslide” mean in humanitarian aid?
A landslide is downslope movement of soil, rock, or debris driven by gravity and often triggered by rain, earthquakes, erosion, or slope disturbance.
What the figure or term means
Mountain roads and settlements in Afghanistan can face landslide and rockfall hazards.
A landslide can isolate communities even when few buildings are directly hit.
Hazard mapping and local observation are needed for site decisions.
When the term affects eligibility, safety, funding, or program design, check the complete cited standard rather than relying on a short definition.
How to use this information responsibly
Humanitarian terms are useful only when their technical meaning is preserved. These explainers translate common language without replacing the source standards used by professional responders.
Organizations may apply a term under a specific policy, assessment framework, or program design. Read the cited standard before using a glossary page for an operational decision.
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