April 20, 2026
A landslide that occurred on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in the Fransik neighborhood of Cap-Haïtien left five people injured and destroyed four homes, according to a preliminary report. Massive rocks broke loose from Mount Basiko, rolling down the slope and striking the houses below, while the victims were immediately transported to medical centers for treatment.
The incident comes amid heavy rains that have been affecting the city since Tuesday, February 24. The intense rainfall has already caused flooding in several neighborhoods, weakening the soil and increasing the risk of landslides.
According to residents, the waterlogged ground contributed to the instability of the slopes, leading to the rocks breaking free. On site, locals are trying to recover their belongings from the debris, while several families have been left homeless and are calling for rapid intervention from authorities for emergency assistance.
Residents of vulnerable areas such as Petite-Anse, Fort Saint-Michel, Sainte-Philomène, Champin, and Cité du Peuple were forced to evacuate urgently due to rising water and mud. The situation remains critical, and the threat of further landslides still hangs over hillside neighborhoods.
Local authorities are now being urged to increase vigilance and intervene quickly to protect exposed populations. Cap-Haïtien continues to suffer the consequences of this disaster, with daily monitoring of the situation’s evolution to prevent further tragedies.
