Pedestrians in Dabeiba, Colombia, had a terrifying experience as a massive boulder came crashing down a hill towards them, causing chaos on the main road. The boulder not only crushed a motorbike but also blocked the entire road, leaving a significant dent in its wake.
CCTV footage captured the heart-stopping moment when residents heard a loud rumble and witnessed the boulder rolling down the slope towards them. Quick thinking by a man who spotted the danger allowed him to escape unharmed as he abandoned his motorbike and ran to safety just in time.
Despite the destruction caused by the falling rock, the rider of the crushed motorbike miraculously emerged without any injuries, a fortunate outcome considering the close proximity of nearby homes to the disaster site. Emergency crews swiftly responded, clearing debris and assessing the unstable hillside, weakened by recent heavy rains.
Authorities cautioned locals to steer clear of the area during the ongoing boulder removal and road repair operations. This incident serves as a reminder of the potential danger posed by rockfalls, with tragic examples like the recent case of a two-month-old baby crushed to death in a landslide in Formentera, Spain, highlighting the devastating consequences of such natural disasters.