Guinea Landfill Collapse Kills at Least 30 in Conakry

Guinea Landfill Collapse Leaves at Least 30 Dead in Conakry

At least 30 people have died after a large section of a landfill collapsed in Conakry, the capital of Guinea.

The disaster occurred after heavy overnight rainfall caused a massive mound of waste to collapse onto nearby homes.

Guinean authorities reported 30 deaths, while several others were injured. Rescue workers have been searching through the debris for survivors and victims.

The incident occurred at the Dar-es-Salaam/Gbessia landfill area, where residents have previously raised concerns about the dangers associated with the site.

The collapse demonstrates the risks that can emerge when rapidly growing cities struggle with waste management and unsafe settlements around landfill areas.

Emergency workers have been using heavy equipment to clear the debris and search for people who may still be trapped.

Authorities are expected to face questions about the safety of the landfill and whether adequate precautions were in place before the disaster.

The full human and material cost of the collapse may become clearer as rescue and assessment operations continue.

Source: Reuters and Al Jazeera.