A massive landslide struck the Ghandlo area of Chilas on Tuesday, burying six passenger vehicles under tons of debris and trapping several people, officials said.

According to Faizullah Faraq, spokesperson for the Gilgit-Baltistan government, some passengers remain trapped as rescue efforts continue.

An emergency was declared at Chilas Hospital, while Deputy Commissioner Diamer, Attaur-Rehman Kakar, directed the RHQ Hospital to take urgent measures to assist the victims.

Rescue teams comprising seven personnel and three vehicles were working at the site to clear the debris and provide medical aid to those affected.