Guinea: At Least 15 Dead in Landslide Due to Heavy Rains

At least 15 people have died in a landslide near Conakry, the capital of Guinea, following heavy rainfall. The incident occurred on Wednesday night.

Soldiers and members of the civil protection service are continuing efforts to find survivors. Ten people were injured and taken to a hospital.

Landslides are a common occurrence in Guinea during the rainy season, from June to September, due to unregulated construction and geographical location.