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Deadly Landslides in Ethiopia: 70+ Confirmed Dead, Thousands Displaced

3/14/2026

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Heavy rains triggered landslides in the Gamo Zone of southern Ethiopia, killing at least 70 people.
The landslides affected several districts, with Degame being particularly hard hit, leaving about 575 families (roughly 3,480 people) displaced, many seeking shelter in churches and schools.
The regional government provided emergency supplies worth about $13,000 to those affected.
The World Health Organization (WHO) activated an emergency task team to assist local health authorities.
Authorities warned the death toll could be higher, with estimates up to 102 fatalities.

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Story summary

Heavy rains triggered landslides in the Gamo Zone of southern Ethiopia, killing at least 70 people.
The landslides affected several districts, with Degame being particularly hard hit, leaving about 575 families (roughly 3,480 people) displaced, many seeking shelter in churches and schools.
The regional government provided emergency supplies worth about $13,000 to those affected.
The World Health Organization (WHO) activated an emergency task team to assist local health authorities.
Authorities warned the death toll could be higher, with estimates up to 102 fatalities.