Fatal landslides triggered by intense rainfall in Ethiopia's Gamo Zone have now claimed 125 lives, according to regional authorities. More than 11,000 residents have been forced from their homes following the devastating natural disaster that struck last week.
Regional authorities in southern Ethiopia report that fatal landslides have now claimed 125 lives, marking a significant increase from earlier casualty reports.
Intense rainfall last week caused multiple landslides across various areas within the Gamo Zone, creating widespread devastation throughout the region. Initial reports from officials last Thursday had confirmed 70 fatalities, but the South Ethiopia regional government updated that figure to 125 on Sunday.
The disaster has forced more than 11,000 residents to flee their homes, according to an announcement posted on the regional government communications office’s Facebook page.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed traveled to the affected areas on Saturday to offer condolences to grieving families and community members. During his visit, he promised government assistance for those impacted by the tragedy, sharing details of his trip on his X social media account.
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