Question

A region experiences frequent landslides from heavy rains how can the local residents lower the frequency of landslides in the region?

Answer 1

In order to lower the frequency of landslides in the region, the local residents can proceed with the following tips:

start contour plowing on the slopes where landslides happen, and  

plant vegetation on the slopes that experience landslides.

Explanation:

Landslide or landslip means sliding down of the mass of earth or rock from a mountain or cliff. This happens due to influence of gravity. Not only gravity, sometimes soil erosion, earthquakes and even volcanic activity may cause landslide.

Landslide may affect variety of resources and may cause damage to the properties. The quality of the land will be affected seriously.

Landslide can be controlled by minimizing irrigation of the soil surface and preventing water infiltration by covering the land with impermeable membranes.