Cameroon Capital Tragedy: Landslide Claims 30 Lives, Ministers Point Fingers at Residents

In a tragic incident, a landslide triggered by hours of heavy rainfall has killed at least 30 people in Cameroon’s capital. Government ministers have blamed residents for construction in the flood-prone region as local communities retort with charges of poor maintenance.

Disaster Strikes: Landslide in Cameroon’s Capital

A dam in Mbangkolo succumbed to the relentless onslaught of heavy rainfall, triggering a massive landslide that has left at least 30 dead, marking one of the worst disasters in the country’s recent history.

“A dam burst after enduring hours of torrential rain which led to this devastating landslide,” stated a local official.

The Blame Game: Residents vs Government

While grappling with the aftermath of the disaster, a blame game has ensued. Government ministers have pointed fingers at residents for their construction activities in the floodplain region.

“Residents’ decision to build in this flood-prone area has contributed significantly to this tragedy,” claimed a government minister.

Counter-Charge: Locals Accuse Authorities of Poor Maintenance

However, residents have hit back at the authorities, attributing the disaster to the poor maintenance of infrastructure.

“The government is quick to blame us, but they are responsible for maintaining the dams. Their negligence is a big part of this tragedy,” retorted a local resident.

Voices of Concern: Experts Call for Improved Infrastructure and Urban Planning

This incident has led experts to call for improved infrastructure and better urban planning in order to prevent future disasters.

“This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for better urban planning. It’s crucial to enforce building regulations in flood-prone areas to avoid such calamities,” emphasized a local urban planning expert.

Cameroon’s capital is reeling under the impact of one of its worst disasters. As the blame game escalates between the residents and the government, the tragic loss of at least 30 lives underscores the urgent need for improved infrastructure, better urban planning, and rigorous adherence to construction regulations in flood-prone areas. Amid the sorrow and the blame, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of collective responsibility in mitigating such disasters.