Dam Overflow in Sudan Floods 20 Villages, Leaving 60 Dead and Hundreds Missing

A catastrophic dam overflow in Sudan has resulted in severe flooding across 20 villages in the region north of Port Sudan, causing the deaths of at least 60 people. The disaster occurred after heavy rains over the weekend caused the Arbaat Dam to overflow. Local sources report that 150 to 200 people are still missing, raising concerns that the death toll could rise. The flooding has affected at least 50,000 people, with access to some areas still restricted. Ongoing clashes between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have left infrastructure damaged, complicating relief efforts. The Sudanese Ministry of Health recently reported that flooding this year has claimed 132 lives and left 118,000 homeless, with more rain and flooding expected until mid-September.