Defense Forces continue search efforts in Shovi
Defense Forces continue search efforts in Shovi
16:30, 20.08.2023

Units of Georgian Defense Forces continue search efforts at various locations in the landslide-hit Shovi resort of the Oni Municipality, including the Rioni and Chanchakhi riverbeds.

“The Defence Forces are distributed at Chanchakhi and Rioni riverbeds. They coordinate efforts with rescuers and receive instructions from the Emergency Situations Management Service,” Defense Ministry states.

The death toll in the landslide-ravaged Shovi resort of Oni Municipality rose to 28 on August 20. Five people are still missing, and rescue efforts continue at various locations.

A deadly landslide struck the resort on August 3.



By - Tamar Tabatadze

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