Landslide in Ethiopia Kills at Least 13

A recent landslide in southern Ethiopia's Wolaita region has resulted in at least 13 fatalities, with expectations that the death toll may rise as rescue operations continue. Over 300 individuals have been evacuated from Kindo Didaye district due to the threat of further landslides, with local authorities indicating that children are among the deceased. This incident follows a devastating landslide in July that claimed more than 257 lives in the Gamo Gofa area, highlighting the region's vulnerability to climate-related disasters. Landslides are common during Ethiopia's rainy season, which lasts from July to mid-September, particularly affecting mountainous areas with inadequate infrastructure. The broader East African region is also prone to similar tragedies, as evidenced by recent deadly events in Uganda and Kenya. The Red Cross has called for financial aid to support the victims of these ongoing disasters.