Cebu City Dumpsite Landslide: 32 Dead, 4 Missing

Authorities in Cebu City continue search, rescue, and recovery operations following a deadly landslide at a dumpsite in Barangay Binaliw. As of 8:26 a.m. on January 17, 2026, officials confirmed 32 fatalities, while four individuals remain missing.

Rescue teams remain on-site, working to locate missing persons and recover victims despite unstable and hazardous conditions in the area. Operations are being carried out with extreme caution due to the risk of additional soil movement and debris collapse. Heavy equipment and specialized rescue units have been deployed to aid in the ongoing efforts.

Local disaster management officials said that operations will continue as long as weather and ground conditions allow, emphasizing that all available resources are being used to support the mission.

Meanwhile, the families of victims and missing individuals continue to await updates, as authorities strive to provide accurate and timely information while working to bring closure to those affected by the tragedy.