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Many People Feared Dead as Landslides Strike In Bulambuli and Sironko Districts.
Update on the mudslides in Bulambuli District:
A total of 15 bodies have been retrieved, while 15 injured people have been rescued and admitted to Buluganya Health Center three.
Unfortunately, 113 people are still missing, but efforts are underway to locate them.
The Police together with other sister security agencies with the help of the local community have intensified rescue operations, that is however, being hindered by impassable roads, which are preventing vehicles, including ambulances and wheel loaders, from reaching the scene.
The mudslides have affected five villages in Buluganya Sub County, of Masugu, Namachele, Natola, Namagugu, and Tagalu.
The Uganda Red Cross Society and other emergency responders are working tirelessly to provide aid and support to those affected.
[28/11, 7:02 pm] John Cliff Wamala URCS Commns: *Bulambuli Landslide Update 2*
*28th November 2024*
*Situation Overview*
*Houses completely buried: 45*
*People injured: 15*
12 admitted to Buluganya Health Centre III3 referred to Muyembe Health Centre III
*Deaths: 15 bodies recovered* 6 females, 9 males ( 7 of these are children including 6boys and 1girl) All from Mamolo and Masugu villages*Affected Villages:*
Masugu, Namachele, Natola, Tagalu, Lula, Buzemulili, Lusolo, Nagugu, Buluganya Parish, Buluganya Sub-county, Bulambuli District.
Current URCS Interventions
Ongoing search and rescue operations in collaboration with UPDF, UPF, local leaders and community members. Body management and psychosocial support for bereaved families Community sensitization and awareness Provision of basic first aid services Coordination and preparation of a Rapid Needs Assessment report.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased. Additional updates will be shared as more information becomes available.
For further information, please contact:
John Cliff Wamala
Phone: 0700 162537
Email: jwamala@redcrossug.org