Brienz Village Evacuated Again Over Rockslide Risk

The village of Brienz in eastern Switzerland is facing a second evacuation due to the imminent risk of a rockslide, as local officials announced precautionary measures. This follows a previous evacuation on May 12, 2023, when fears of falling rocks led to the village being cleared. The municipality of Albula cited the potential for a dangerous rockslide similar to one that narrowly missed the village in June 2023. A briefing for the village's 84 residents is scheduled to provide details on the evacuation procedures. The geological monitoring service reported significant movement of rock mass, raising safety concerns, particularly in light of recent heavy rainfall. Authorities are taking this step to ensure the safety of residents as they respond to the ongoing geological threat.