Landfill Slide Buries Homes in Guinea, Killing at Least 18

At least 18 people have died after a landfill collapsed onto residential homes in Guinea. Rescue teams recovered 18 bodies from the mud and waste on Sunday morning, but authorities fear the number of fatalities could increase.

The disaster occurred in the Dar es Salam suburb, near the capital Conakry. Heavy rainfall is believed to have triggered the massive slide of mud and garbage, burying houses and their inhabitants. The extent of the burial means that finding survivors is unlikely, and the search for more victims is ongoing.

Officials have expressed grave concern about the potential for a high death toll. The sheer volume of debris makes the rescue operation extremely challenging. The affected area is densely populated, increasing the number of people potentially trapped beneath the waste.

Further details on the specific circumstances leading to the slide, such as the landfill's stability and recent weather patterns, are still emerging. The incident highlights the dangers posed by inadequate waste management infrastructure, particularly in areas prone to heavy rainfall.

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He expects a high death toll.