More than 120 people are known to have died in the torrential rains in Kinshasa, the capital of Congo, on the 13th.

(Reuters)

[Instant News/Comprehensive Report] Heavy rains fell in Kinshasa, the capital of the Central African country Congo, on the 13th, triggering the country's worst flooding in years. So far, more than 120 people are known to have died.

According to the "BBC" report, in the early morning of the 13th, Kinshasa, the capital of Congo, experienced torrential rains that lasted for several hours, causing floods. The main roads in the city center were submerged, landslides occurred frequently in mountainous areas, and many houses were washed away or buried by earth and rocks.

Congolese officials said at least 120 people were known to have died so far, many of whom were buried alive in their sleep. Rescuers are still searching for and rescuing survivors.

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Congolese Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde declared three days of national mourning for the victims, and led a government delegation to the disaster-stricken area to survey the disaster.

The President of the country, Félix Tshisekedi, was away from the country recently because of his visit to the United States. However, when he met with US Secretary of State Blinken (Antony Blinken) on Tuesday, he expressed his grief for what happened at home and blamed the climate for the floods. Changes; Blinken also expressed condolences to Tshisekedi in person.

"BBC" pointed out that Kinshasa currently has a population of 15 million. Since the city is located on the banks of the Congo River, the river is prone to surges during heavy rains. In addition, many local houses are built in shanty towns that are vulnerable to floods. The inefficiency of the city's drainage system has caused such a serious disaster.