Tragedy has struck southern Ethiopia, where two devastating landslides have claimed the lives of at least 229 people.
The disaster occurred in the Gofa zone, a remote mountainous area, after heavy rains triggered the landslides on Sunday evening and Monday morning. Rescue teams are racing against time to search for survivors, but the de@th toll is feared to rise further.
The landslides have left a trail of destruction, with hundreds of people gathered at the scene, desperately searching for loved ones trapped under the debris.
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The authorities have confirmed that both adults and children are among the vict!ms, while 10 survivors are receiving medical treatment.
The region has been experiencing severe weather conditions, with heavy rains causing widespread flooding and landslides in recent months. Climate change is believed to be a contributing factor, making extreme rainfall more likely.
The disaster has highlighted the urgent need for global action to address the growing threat of climate-related disasters.
