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 have struck multiple districts within the zone, including Gacho Baba, Kamba, and Bonke. As of the latest 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, many of whom were found buried in mud. 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 underscores the devastating impact of climate change on vulnerable populations in Ethiopia.