BREAKING NEWS: Tragic Mudslide Claims Multiple Lives in British Columbia

🌧️ Disaster Strikes Near Lillooet

A devastating mudslide near Lillooet, British Columbia, has claimed multiple lives after torrential rainfall triggered severe flooding and landslides across the region.

Authorities have confirmed that

the bodies of three men have been recovered, while one person remains missing as search and rescue operations continue.

⚠️ RCMP and Coroners Confirm Recoveries

According to RCMP officials, the recovery began earlier this week.

One body was found on Wednesday, followed by two more on Thursday, as confirmed by B.C. Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe in a public statement released Saturday.

Efforts to locate the

fourth missing man continued through Friday, but search crews have faced hazardous conditions, including unstable ground and ongoing rainfall.

“Our teams are working tirelessly despite dangerous terrain,” said one search coordinator. “We remain committed to finding the remaining missing individual.”

🕊️ A Community in Mourning

Earlier in the week, authorities also recovered the body of a woman, marking the first confirmed fatality from the mudslide.
This brings the

total confirmed deaths to four, with one still unaccounted for.

The tragedy has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit Lillooet community, where residents have come together to grieve and support the families affected.

Local churches, schools, and community centers have opened their doors to provide food, shelter, and counseling for those impacted.

🌲 Extreme Rainfall Blamed for the Disaster

Meteorologists say the mudslide was triggered by

record-breaking rainfall that saturated the already unstable soil.
The heavy downpour, which began last weekend, caused multiple landslides across southern B.C., blocking major roads and cutting off rural communities.

Officials have warned that further slides are possible as the province continues to deal with unstable terrain and forecasted rain.

“This event underscores how climate extremes are intensifying,” noted Lapointe. “Preparedness is vital as we face more unpredictable weather.”

🕯️ Remembering the Victims

Community leaders have urged the public to keep the victims and their families in their thoughts and prayers.
Several local initiatives have begun raising funds to assist with

funeral costs, housing, and recovery efforts for the affected families.

Emergency responders and volunteers are being praised for their bravery and commitment amid dangerous conditions.

📢 Ongoing Search & Official Updates

The search for the remaining missing person continues, though worsening weather has slowed progress.
Authorities are urging residents to stay clear of the area to allow rescue teams to work safely.

More information will be released as soon as officials confirm further developments.