At least 80 killed and many more missing after deadly landslides in Ethiopia
Deadly Landslides in Ethiopia Leave 80 Dead and Many Missing
Following a series of fatal landslides, Ethiopia has announced a three-day mourning period. The disaster, linked to heavy flooding, resulted in at least 80 deaths, with additional casualties anticipated as search efforts continue.
Heavy rains struck the southern Gamo Zone region on Tuesday, triggering landslides that have displaced over 3,400 people. The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission confirmed the figure, emphasizing the ongoing search for missing individuals.
“Mourning will begin on Saturday,” stated Tagesse Chafo, Speaker of the House of Peoples’ Representatives, underscoring the gravity of the crisis.
Across East Africa, torrential rainfall has caused widespread disruption. In Kenya, flash floods have claimed at least 62 lives, with officials warning of further challenges as the rainy season intensifies.
Kenya has endured heavy downpours since late February, marking the start of its extended wet season. This has led to increased flooding and landslides, echoing previous patterns that have displaced thousands and claimed hundreds of lives.
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Climate Forecasts Highlight Regional Risk
Last month, the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre noted that the March-April-May rainy season carries a 45% probability of exceeding average rainfall levels in Ethiopia, Kenya, and neighboring nations like Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, South Sudan, Northern Somalia, and Djibouti.
