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What causes landslides, and how can communities prevent them?

Last Updated: September 18, 2010

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Landslides can be caused by storms, earthquakes, mismanagement, or human modification of the land. Due to the range of reasons, they may occur in all 50 states.

Land-use zoning, professional inspections, and proper design can minimize many landslide, mudflow, and debris flow problems.

Learn about the Landslide Hazards Program (United States Geological Survey).

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