Tragic Dam Collapse in Sudan Claims 30 Lives

At least 30 people were killed, and 20 villages were destroyed following a dam collapse in Sudan, affecting around 50,000 homes, according to U.N. reports. The true death toll could be much higher.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Cairo | Updated: 27-08-2024 00:46 IST | Created: 27-08-2024 00:46 IST
Tragic Dam Collapse in Sudan Claims 30 Lives
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At least 30 people lost their lives in a tragic dam collapse in Sudan, the United Nations has confirmed, citing local officials. The actual number of fatalities could be significantly higher.

The disaster also resulted in the destruction of 20 villages, leaving an estimated 50,000 homes either destroyed or severely damaged.

Efforts are currently underway to provide relief and assess the full extent of the devastation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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