A devastating Sudan landslide disaster in the Darfur region has left villages destroyed and hundreds dead, with many bodies still buried under rubble. Triggered by heavy rainfall on Sunday, the landslide flattened the village of Tarseen in the Jebel Marra mountains.
Aid workers report that at least 370 people have died, according to UN estimates, while the Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A), which controls the area, claims the death toll may exceed 1,000 lives. So far, only nine bodies and one known survivor have been recovered.
Struggle to Rescue Victims of Sudan Landslide Disaster
Rescue operations remain slow and dangerous. Massive boulders, mud, and blocked access routes have made it nearly impossible to reach trapped villagers. Abdul Hafeez Ali, head of the Tawila and Jebel Marra Emergency Room, said limited resources and ongoing rains have hindered large-scale operations.
Families are still searching for loved ones. One survivor, Ahmed Abdel Majeed, said he has confirmed the deaths of two relatives but fears others remain under the rubble. “The bodies are still buried,” he told the BBC, noting collapsed communication networks have left locals isolated.
Call for Aid as Sudan Landslide Disaster Deepens
The Sudan landslide disaster has prompted urgent appeals for international help. SLM/A leader Abdel Wahid Mohamed al-Nur insists more than 1,000 villagers may be dead, many of whom had fled conflict zones seeking safety in Darfur.
Officials and aid groups are calling for medical supplies, food, and rescue equipment. Despite harsh terrain, emergency teams continue searching for survivors in two affected villages.
With hundreds feared still trapped and resources scarce, the tragedy underscores Sudan’s vulnerability to natural disasters amid ongoing civil conflict.
