West Bandung

West Bandung is a region located in West Java province, Indonesia. It is currently newsworthy due to a devastating landslide that occurred in a residential area following days of intense rainfall. As of January 26, 2026, the disaster has resulted in at least 17 confirmed deaths, with approximately 80 people still missing, including 19 members of an elite marine force. The landslide destroyed over thirty homes, burying residential areas under debris. A massive search and rescue operation is underway, involving thousands of rescue workers. The operation was temporarily suspended due to harsh weather conditions but has since resumed. This event highlights the vulnerability of the region to natural disasters and the challenges faced in search and rescue efforts in such conditions, especially in the wake of recent deadly floods and landslides in other parts of Indonesia.