Authorities are working tirelessly to stabilise and secure the landslide site in McCrae, but questions are now being raised about the geological integrity of other areas across the Mornington Peninsula.
RPP FM News reports that the underlying cause of the McCrae landslide appears to be related to an old rock seabed escarpment beneath the area. Experts agree this rock layer has supported a less stable substrate, which has slipped due to water activity between the geological layers.
The incident, which occurred two weeks ago, led to the evacuation of eleven homes and resulted in one individual being hospitalised after a house slid down a hill, colliding with two other residences.
While the immediate focus remains on McCrae, Mornington Shire Mayor Anthony Marsh has acknowledged the need for broader monitoring across the peninsula.
The landslide has sparked discussions about potential vulnerabilities in other locations across the region. Residents are calling for increased investment in geological surveys and preventive measures to mitigate risks associated with similar incidents in the future.
Notably, this is not the first time the Mornington Peninsula has faced such challenges. Residents affected by a 2022 landslide in the area have expressed ongoing concerns, stating that their issues have been overlooked.
As stabilisation efforts continue, the community awaits further updates from the Shire and geological experts on the steps being taken to address the broader implications of the McCrae landslide
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