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9
Extreme

landslide Landslide Risk in Beijing, China

Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10

Risk: 9Historical: 7

Key Risk Factors

  • High risk rating for Beijing based on ThinkHazard (Landslide)
  • 4 events on record in proximity
  • 4 event(s) in the last 12 months
  • Terrain and soil conditions favor landslide risk

Last significant event: Landslide - Yan Mountains, N of Changping, Beijing, China (2025-08-23) — 10,600 people exposed

Highest Risk Cities for Landslides

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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 0
7
Beijing, China
Risk: 9Historical: 7
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Risk: 9Historical: 0
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 10

How Beijing Compares

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Notable Landslide Events Near Beijing

Landslide - Yan Mountains, N of Changping, Beijing, China

August 22, 2025 WATCH

10,600 people exposed; $461M capital exposed

Landslide - Central China Mountains, N of Changping, Beijing, China

June 19, 2025 WATCH

12,500 people exposed; $242M capital exposed

Landslide - Central China Mountains, SW of Changping, Beijing, China

May 9, 2025 WARNING

67,900 people exposed; $621M capital exposed

Landslide - Taihang Shan, NW of Zhuozhou, Beijing, China

July 25, 2025 WATCH

15,200 people exposed; $95M capital exposed

Landslide Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Learn the signs of an impending landslide — new cracks, tilting trees, unusual water flow
  • 2.Avoid building near steep slopes, drainage channels, or past slide areas
  • 3.Plant ground cover on slopes to stabilize soil and reduce erosion
  • 4.Create proper drainage around your property to direct water away from slopes
  • 5.Have an evacuation plan ready if you live in a landslide-prone area

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