Arbaat Dam Collapse Near Port Sudan Kills 30, Dozens Missing

Aug 27, 2024, 04:12 AM

The Arbaat Dam in eastern Sudan's Red Sea state has collapsed, resulting in devastating floods that have killed at least 30 people and left dozens missing, according to the United Nations. The collapse, caused by heavy rainfall, has wiped out at least 20 villages and affected approximately 50,000 people. The disaster has compounded the challenges faced by a region already suffering from a prolonged civil war and a severe humanitarian crisis. The Sudanese health ministry reports that the death toll from the flooding across the country has reached 132, with 10 states affected by the heavy rains. The dam is located near Port Sudan, a critical area for the country's government and aid agencies.