3 dead, 3 missing in southwest China landslide

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A landslide in southwest China has killed three people and left another three missing, authorities said Sunday.

Ten people were at the spot when the landslide struck a highway in Libo county, Guizhou Province, around 6 p.m. Saturday, the local government said. One managed to escape, while three others were saved by rescuers.

Initial investigation showed that the landslide was caused by heavy downpours.

Rescue work is ongoing.

(ASIA PACIFIC DAILY)