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Landslides in Ethiopia kill at least 257, many missing

bbc.com — July 27, 2024, 01:01 AM UTC

Summary: In southern Ethiopia's Gofa district, two landslides have resulted in at least 257 confirmed deaths, with estimates potentially reaching 500. The disasters, triggered by heavy rains, buried homes and rescue workers. Meselesh Gosaye lost her husband and two sons during the rescue efforts. Local officials report that 15,000 people may need relocation to prevent future incidents. Recovery efforts continue as families search for missing loved ones.

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