Tragedy struck a remote region of southern Ethiopia on Monday as two landslides claimed the lives of 229 individuals, according to local authorities. The communication affairs department of Gofa Zone reported that among the deceased were 148 males and 81 females, with children also tragically counted among the victims.
Officials attributed the landslides to heavy rainfall, with the first one burying many individuals and a subsequent landslide claiming the lives of several individuals involved in rescue efforts. Despite the challenging conditions, five people were successfully rescued from the mud and are currently receiving medical treatment.
