Gamo Zone

Gamo Zone is a region located in southern Ethiopia. It is currently newsworthy due to a recent disaster involving widespread landslides and flooding. Following a week of heavy rains, landslides struck three districts within the zone: Gacho Baba District, Kamba District, and Bonke District. As of recent reports, the death toll has risen to at least 64, with over 120 people still missing. Authorities are actively searching for the missing and recovering bodies. The disaster highlights the vulnerability of the region to extreme weather events and the urgent need for improved disaster preparedness and response mechanisms. The event is significant due to the high number of casualties and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.