A catastrophic landslide at Guinea’s largest landfill, Dar Es Salam, has resulted in the deaths of at least 30 people, with authorities launching a desperate search for survivors amidst the rubble of collapsed homes. The mountainous garbage heap, already flagged for hazardous conditions and slated for closure, gave way on Sunday, burying makeshift dwellings beneath tons of refuse. Heavy rainfall exacerbated the instability, causing a three-story building to cave in under the immense weight of the waste. Six individuals sustained serious injuries, and multiple homes were destroyed in the devastating incident. This tragedy echoes a similar event in 2017 when torrential rains triggered a mudslide at the same landfill, killing at least eight people. Despite previous warnings and eviction notices issued to nearby residents, many remained in the vicinity, leading to the significant loss of life. Officials have vowed to relocate the remaining families, emphasizing the urgent need for safety measures at the perilous site.
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