Widespread destruction and loss of life in Freetown as heavy rains take its toll

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Widespread destruction and loss of life in Freetown as heavy rains take its toll

Sierra Leone Telegraph: 29 August 2022: At least six people are known to have died in Freetown after heavy rains yesterday Sunday, August 28th, 2022. Thousands of people living in hilltop communities as well as low-lying areas have been displaced. Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone has become a disaster-prone [Read More]

Source: SIERRA LEONE TELEGRAPH – Sierra Leone News

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