Death toll from Ethiopia floods and landslides rises to more than 100
Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.
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"Given that it is the rainy season and these types of disasters could happen again, I am calling on communities living in the highlands and flood-prone areas to take the necessary precautions."
— Tilahun Kebede , Politician
"Since it is rainy season and accidents like this can happen again, I call on the communities living in vulnerable areas to take necessary precautions."
— Tilahun Kebede , Politician
"On behalf of myself and the regional government, I express my deep sorrow over the loss of 30 lives due to landslides and floods in the highlands of Gamo Zone caused by heavy rains."
— Tilahun Kebede , Politician
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Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.
Devastating landslides in southern Ethiopia's Gamo Zone have resulted in at least 50 deaths and 125 missing persons, following a week of continuous heavy rainfall.
Heavy rainfall in southern Ethiopia triggered landslides that killed at least 30 people, with authorities confirming the fatalities and ongoing rescue operations.
Floods and landslides triggered by heavy rainfall in the Gamo Zone of southern Ethiopia have resulted in at least 30 deaths, with authorities urging residents in vulnerable areas to take precautions.
Flooding caused by heavy rains in the Gamo area of southern Ethiopia has left at least 48 people dead, with 95 missing persons and ongoing rescue operations.
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