Tilahun Kebede

"Given that it is the rainy season and these types of disasters could happen again, I am calling on communities living in the highlands and flood-prone areas to take the necessary precautions."

"Since it is rainy season and accidents like this can happen again, I call on the communities living in vulnerable areas to take necessary precautions."

"On behalf of myself and the regional government, I express my deep sorrow over the loss of 30 lives due to landslides and floods in the highlands of Gamo Zone caused by heavy rains."