A landslide at the Dar-es-Salam rubbish dump on the outskirts of Conakry, the Guinean capital, on Sunday has killed 30 people and injured 22 others, according to a statement issued by the Guinean government.
“Since the early hours, significant human and material resources have been mobilized to search for any people who may still be buried, rescue victims and recover bodies,” the statement said.
According to the statement, operations are continuing on the ground under the coordination of the relevant state services, with the support of the Red Cross, the defense and security forces, medical teams, administrative and local authorities, as well as residents of surrounding areas.
Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah visited the site to assess the situation and oversee the mobilization of public services, the statement said.
Bah, on behalf of President Mamady Doumbouya, expressed his deep sympathy and the government’s solidarity with the bereaved families.
“All necessary measures have been taken to ensure medical care for the injured, particularly at Donka National Hospital, as well as assistance to people affected by the disaster,” said the prime minister.
Bah called on the public to remain calm, show solidarity and strictly follow instructions from rescue services and the relevant authorities. Enditem
Source: Xinhua
