Aerial footage of massive destruction caused by landslides in New Zealand

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Aerial footage shows widespread destruction caused by landslides after heavy rainfall struck Te Araroa, in the Gisborne District, New Zealand, on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. The video shows collapsed hillsides, damaged land, and debris spread across the area, highlighting the scale of the impact on the small coastal community. Authorities said prolonged rain destabilised slopes, triggering multiple landslides. Emergency crews have been assessing damage and monitoring conditions, while residents were urged to remain cautious amid the risk of further slope failures. People remain unaccounted for after a slip hit a campground in Mount Maunganui, On the East Cape, seven people were rescued from a roof in Te Araroa.