Measures to reduce the chance of landslides:
Vegetation cover protects land from landslides and soil erosion. Therefore, efforts should be made to maintain greenery particularly on slopes. Provisions should be made at community level to prevent people from excavating, removing materials from the soil or cutting trees. Trees should be planted on slopes and slope base to prevent erosion. Records of erosion, landslide masses and falling rocks should be maintained. Before building house information should be gathered about site and history of landslides in the area. During constructing a building on a slope design that suits the natural slope should be adopted. Vegetation and large trees should not be removed while constructing. Natural streams or drainage paths should not be obstructed during construction. Surface water should be diverted towards the natural galley enabling water to quickly drain away from the slope.