In brief
In a catastrophic event in eastern Uganda's Bulambuli district, heavy rainfall triggered landslides that have resulted in at least 13 confirmed fatalities, with fears that the number may reach as high as 30. Over 40 homes were reported destroyed as the landslides impacted several villages approximately 280 kilometers from Kampala. The Ugandan Red Cross Society has confirmed ongoing rescue operations, with many of the deceased being children, as highlighted by local media. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja issued a disaster warning on social media, indicating that many residents are still unaccounted for and possibly trapped under debris. The situation is exacerbated by flooding that has caused rivers to overflow, leading to the destruction of infrastructure including bridges and schools. The Ugandan military has joined the rescue efforts, deploying boats to assist with recovery operations, although one boat capsized tragically resulting in the death of an engineer. The Speaker of Parliament, Anitah Among, has expressed condolences to victims' families amidst this devastating disaster.
**Tragedy Strikes Eastern Uganda: Landslide Claims Lives Amid Heavy Rains**At least 13 confirmed dead as devastating landslides sweep through Bulambuli district, raising fears of a higher toll.In a catastrophic event in eastern Uganda's Bulambuli district, heavy rainfall triggered landslides that have resulted in at least 13 confirmed fatalities, with fears that the number may reach as high as 30. Over 40 homes were reported destroyed as the landslides impacted several villages approximately 280 kilometers from Kampala. The Ugandan Red Cross Society has confirmed ongoing rescue operations, with many of the deceased being children, as highlighted by local media. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja issued a disaster warning on social media, indicating that many residents are still unaccounted for and possibly trapped under debris. The situation is exacerbated by flooding that has caused rivers to overflow, leading to the destruction of infrastructure including bridges and schools. The Ugandan military has joined the rescue efforts, deploying boats to assist with recovery operations, although one boat capsized tragically resulting in the death of an engineer. The Speaker of Parliament, Anitah Among, has expressed condolences to victims' families amidst this devastating disaster.
