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    Landslides and mudflows are rapid shifts in land mass that typically occur during heavy rainfall, snowmelt, or after forest fires when less precipitation is needed. They can destroy property and threaten lives suddenly. Areas prone to landslides include existing landslide areas, bases of steep slopes and drainage channels, and developed hillsides with septic systems. Debris flows, sometimes called mudslides, are fast-moving landslides that start as shallow landslides on steep slopes and can carry large objects at speeds up to 35 miles per hour. To reduce risk, homeowners should understand the landslide history of an area, avoid steep slopes and drainage areas, and look for signs of land movement.

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    Landslides and mudflows are rapid shifts in land mass that typically occur during heavy rainfall, snowmelt, or after forest fires when less precipitation is needed. They can destroy property and threaten lives suddenly. Areas prone to landslides include existing landslide areas, bases of steep slopes and drainage channels, and developed hillsides with septic systems. Debris flows, sometimes called mudslides, are fast-moving landslides that start as shallow landslides on steep slopes and can carry large objects at speeds up to 35 miles per hour. To reduce risk, homeowners should understand the landslide history of an area, avoid steep slopes and drainage areas, and look for signs of land movement.

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    Landslides and mudflows are rapid shifts in land mass that typically occur during heavy rainfall, snowmelt, or after forest fires when less precipitation is needed. They can destroy property and threaten lives suddenly. Areas prone to landslides include existing landslide areas, bases of steep slopes and drainage channels, and developed hillsides with septic systems. Debris flows, sometimes called mudslides, are fast-moving landslides that start as shallow landslides on steep slopes and can carry large objects at speeds up to 35 miles per hour. To reduce risk, homeowners should understand the landslide history of an area, avoid steep slopes and drainage areas, and look for signs of land movement.

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    COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

    LANDSLIDES AND MUDFLOWS

    Landslides and Mudflows


    INSTRUCTOR GUIDANCE CONTENT

    Landslides and Mudflows

    Introduce landslides and mudflows.

    Display Slide L-0

    What is a landslide and what causes them?

    Allow the participants time to


    respond.

    Explain that a landslide is a rapid shift in land mass that


    is typically associated with periods of heavy rainfall or
    rapid snowmelt. Landslides tend to worsen the effects of
    flooding that often accompanies them. In areas that
    have been burned by forest and brush fires, a lower
    threshold of precipitation may initiate landslides.

    Tell the group that while some landslides move slowly


    and cause damage gradually, others move so rapidly
    that they can destroy property and take lives suddenly
    Display Slide L-1 and unexpectedly.
    Mill Creek landslide.
    CALTRANS Photo by Lynn Harrison, 1997

    CERT BASIC TRAINING: INSTRUCTOR GUIDE JANUARY 2011 PAGE L-1


    COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM
    LANDSLIDES AND MUDFLOWS

    INSTRUCTOR GUIDANCE CONTENT

    Point out that areas that are generally prone to landslide


    hazards include:
     Existing old landslides
     The bases of steep slopes
     The bases of drainage channels
     Developed hillsides where leach-field septic systems
    are used
    Tell the group that debris flows — sometimes referred to
    Display Slide L-2 as mudslides, mudflows, lahars, or debris avalanches —
    are common types of fast-moving landslides. They
    usually start on steep hillsides as shallow landslides that
    accelerate to speeds that are typically about 10 miles per
    hour, but can exceed 35 miles per hour.

    Point out that the consistency of debris flows range from


    watery mud to thick, rocky mud that can carry away
    items such as boulders, trees, and cars. When the flows
    reach flatter ground, the debris spreads over a broad
    area.

    Explain that the most destructive types of debris flows


    are those that accompany volcanic eruptions.

    What can you do to increase your awareness of the


    landslide risk in your area?

    Allow the group time to


    respond.

    PAGE L-2 JANUARY 2011 CERT BASIC TRAINING: INSTRUCTOR GUIDE


    COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM
    LANDSLIDES AND MUDFLOWS

    INSTRUCTOR GUIDANCE CONTENT

    Suggest that one of the most important steps that they


    can take is to become familiar with the landslide history
    in the area. They are at lower risk if they are in areas
    that:
     Have not moved in the past
     Are relatively flat and away from sudden changes in
    slope
     Are along ridge lines but set back from the tops of
    slopes

    Urge the participants to look for patterns of storm-water


    drainage on slopes around their homes, noting
    especially:
     Places where runoff water converges, increasing the
    flow over soil-covered slopes
     Signs of land movement, such as small landslides,
    debris flows, or progressively tilting trees
    Suggest that, if the participants see signs that indicate a
    risk of landslide, they seek a professional site analysis
    and assistance with mitigation measures.

    Does anyone have additional questions, or


    comments, or concerns about landslides or
    mudflows?

    CERT BASIC TRAINING: INSTRUCTOR GUIDE JANUARY 2011 PAGE L-3


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