Rock Falls
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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When the rock falls in, it takes up space that used to be occupied by water, so the liquid has to move out of the way.
From Literature
Nearby, tonnes of debris fell near Jacob’s Ladder, prompting East Devon District Council to urge people in a social media post to avoid the cliffs, which it said were "prone to rock falls, and landslides, which can happen at any time".
From BBC
It was about as low-key as Carrasco’s professional life got: You launch the clients on a couple of rope swings, help them navigate a few rope bridges, and mostly give them an easy thrill with almost none of the risks — rock falls, avalanches, freezing temperatures — of real mountaineering.
From Los Angeles Times
He added that he expected further rock falls to happen and advised people to "stay well clear" of the cliff.
From BBC
Rescuers lowered a crew member from a helicopter to the hiker’s location, quickly hoisting him aboard to avoid further avalanches or rock falls, rescuers said.
From Seattle Times
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