Beware of falling rocks on this road. Caught on camera.

Falling rocks, also known as rockfalls, are a type of landslide. A rockfall occurs when rocks or boulders detach from steep slopes or cliffs and fall or roll downhill due to gravity. These falling rocks can be of various sizes, ranging from small stones to large boulders. Rockfalls can be triggered by several factors, including erosion, weathering, seismic activity, freeze-thaw cycles, or human activities.

While rockfalls are a subset of landslides, they are distinguished by the specific movement of rocks or boulders rather than a broader mass movement of soil and rock. Rockfalls can pose significant hazards to human life, infrastructure, and transportation routes, especially in areas with steep terrain or unstable rock formations. They can occur suddenly and without warning, making them dangerous and potentially destructive. Measures such as rockfall barriers, slope stabilization techniques, and regular monitoring are employed to mitigate the risks associated with rockfalls in vulnerable areas.

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