Bolivian shamans refuse to leave shacks on deadly cliff edge

Locals call the shacks "suicide homes" with authorities planning a forced evacuation if necessary.

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Locals call the shacks on the edge of a cliff "suicide homes" for the high risk that the inhabitants take.

The structures are becoming increasingly unstable due to heavy rains and the impacts of global warming.

The city authorities have warned residents about the eroding cliff and are planning a forced evacuation if necessary.

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