A disastrous Sudan landslide has claimed the lives of more than 1,000 people in the remote Marra Mountains of Western Sudan. The phenomenon occurred after intense rainfall, causing deadly collapse on Sunday. According to reports from local sources, the entire sections of the Tarsin village were flattened, leaving only a known survivor.
The disaster has added to the growing human crisis in Sudan, which is already overwhelmed by civil struggle, famine and large -scale displacement. Officials and human groups are now calling for immediate international assistance.
Where did the landslide occur?
The landslide attacked a rugged area of Marra in the North Darfur state. Many civilians took refuge there after being displaced from the ongoing war between Sudan’s National Army and Paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The sudden change of the affected villages, Tarasin, Earth and debris was almost completely destroyed.
Local authorities have described the scene as an apocalypse, in which houses are buried and erased infrastructure. Emergency response teams are struggling to reach the region due to their remote location and constant instability. Here is the link to our article on Sudan Drone Warfare.
What caused the Sudan landslide?
It is believed that heavy rainfall has made the mountainous region unstable for several days. Experts suggest that a combination of saturated soil and steep slopes created an ideal situation for large -scale landslides.
Although weather patterns have deteriorated due to climate change, infrastructure deficiency and initial warning systems have made rural areas in Sudan especially weak for such disasters.
What is the humanitarian impact?
Sudan landslide adds another layer to the country that already faces extreme difficulty. Starting in April 2023, the conflict killed the estimated 150,000 people and displaced over 12 million. Lack of food, targeted violence and decline of essential services have brought many communities to the brink.
The Sudan Liberation Movement/Army, which controls Mount Marra, has appealed to help the United Nations and regional human organizations. There is a dire need of assistance for the remaining people, especially shelters, food and medical resources are rare. Here is the link to our article on South Sudan Deportations.
What role does the conflict play?
The deadly effect of landslides was worsened by Sudan’s civil war. Citizens moved to the mountainous areas to avoid the fight between the army and the RSF forces. This change put thousands of geologically unstable regions, inadvertently increasing the risk of natural disasters.
The Sudan Liberation Movement/Army, which has aligned with the National Army, blamed the RSF forces for increasing the tension, which forced mass transfer in the highlands. Regional leaders of Darfur have called landslides a “human tragedy” which outlines the widespread threats facing the displaced population.
Final Thoughts
Sudan landslides are a clear reminder of how the struggle, climate and displacement collide to create fatal consequences. As the nation struggles with war and human collapse, global attention and assistance is immediately needed. Without coordinated international support, the cycle of the tragedy can only deepen in this already delicate area.
