Landslide Leaves Town in Sicily Perched on a Cliff’s Edge

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Lynsey Chutel and Elisabetta PovoledoJanuary 28, 2026 at 08:37 PM

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A landslide in Niscemi, Sicily, triggered by intense rain from Cyclone Harry on Sunday, has left part of the town teetering on a cliff's edge. The widening chasm, stretching for 2.5 miles, has destroyed buildings and threatens the historic city center. As of Wednesday, the hillside was still crumbling due to continued rain, increasing the danger. Over 1,500 residents have been evacuated from neighborhoods near the chasm, where homes and infrastructure are perched precariously. Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni visited the area, which was one of the towns worst hit by the cyclone.

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Stefania Di Giovanni 35% Giorgia Meloni 40% Italy ×370% Cyclone Harry ×275% Sicily ×380% Niscemi ×690%

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90%

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Niscemi

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