Landslide in Uganda Kills at Least 13

At least 13 people have died after heavy rains triggered landslides in the Bulambuli district of eastern Uganda, with fears that the death toll could rise to 30 as rescue efforts are ongoing. The landslides buried approximately 40 homes across six villages, with images showing large areas covered in debris. The Ugandan Red Cross Society confirmed the recovery of 13 bodies and noted that many more people are feared missing, with reports of entire villages being submerged. The prime minister’s office issued a disaster alert, highlighting that heavy rains have also caused widespread flooding and infrastructure damage, cutting off major roads across the country. Emergency teams have been deployed to assist with rescue operations and address the flooding, with some efforts hampered by adverse conditions, such as a boat capsizing during a rescue mission. This disaster follows a pattern of frequent landslides in the region due to heavy rainfall, underscoring a recurring problem in Uganda's mountainous areas.