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Guinea: Garbage collapse at landfill kills dozens

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A massive garbage mound collapsed at a landfill in Guinea, resulting in the deaths of dozens of people. The incident occurred before dawn, triggered by heavy seasonal rains that destabilized the waste site. The collapse buried both the refuse and nearby residential homes.

The disaster highlights the risks posed by unregulated or unstable waste management infrastructure during extreme weather events. Authorities are currently managing the aftermath of the collapse as the search for victims continues in the affected area.

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