Tragedy Strikes Tarsin: Landslide Claims Nearly 1,000 Lives in Sudan

A catastrophic landslide, triggered by heavy rains, has engulfed the village of Tarsin in western Sudan, resulting in the tragic loss of approximately one thousand lives and leaving only one survivor, according to a statement from the Sudan Liberation Army Movement released on Tuesday. The group, led by Abdelwahid Mohamed Nour, expressed profound sorrow and concern over this devastating event that has profoundly impacted the residents of Tarsin, situated in the heart of Jebel Marra in the Amo district. Initial reports indicate that the landslide struck on Sunday, claiming the lives of all the villagers—a grim toll that includes men, women, and children. The Sudan Liberation Army Movement highlighted that the intensity of the landslide has left the village entirely devastated. In response to this tragedy, the group has urgently called upon the United Nations for assistance in recovering the deceased and clearing the extensive debris. The context surrounding this disaster is grim, as Sudan is currently engulfed in a war. Fighting between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified in North Darfur state, leading to massive displacements of people who are seeking refuge, particularly in the Marra mountains. The Sudan Liberation Army, a rebel faction in Darfur, exerts control over the mountainous region of Jebel Marra and has maintained a neutral stance amidst the ongoing conflict between the RSF and the Sudanese army. This disaster not only highlights the dire natural threats faced by communities in Sudan but also emphasizes the urgent need for international aid in the wake of such tragic events. As the situation evolves, the international community is urged to respond to the pleas for support from the affected residents and to assist in managing the humanitarian aftermath of this heartbreaking landslide. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2