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Landslide Risk in Cape Town, South Africa
Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10
Risk: 1Historical: 3
Key Risk Factors
- 2 events on record in proximity
- 2 event(s) in the last 12 months
Last significant event: Landslide - Cape Fold Mountains, SW of Worcester, South Africa (2025-07-05) — 233 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Landslides
Cape Town is not in the top 10 for landslide risk among tracked cities.
How Cape Town Compares
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Notable Landslide Events Near Cape Town
Landslide - Cape Fold Mountains, SE of Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa
June 26, 2025 — WARNING
274 people exposed; $5M capital exposed
Landslide - Cape Fold Mountains, SW of Worcester, South Africa
July 4, 2025 — WATCH
233 people exposed; $6M 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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Score: 3/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 0/10
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Score: 0/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 0/10
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Score: 0/10
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