HaitiRegionalWeather Several killed in landslides following heavy rains in Haiti by Barbados Today 03/05/2024 written by Barbados Today 03/05/2024 1 min read A+A- Reset FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail 1.4K At least 12 people have been reported dead following the torrential rains that drenched Cap-Haitien for several days causing widespread floods and landslides, the authorities have confirmed. The Municipal Commission of Cap-Haitien in expressing its โdeep sadnessโ and condolences to the families of those killed, said that in one instance at least 11 people lost their lives in Labori, a shantytown not far from Barriรจre Bouteille in a landslide which destroyed three houses. It said rescue teams and residents are continuing to search through the mud and rubble and that another person died in Rival in another landslide. โThe Municipality calls on residents to remain vigilant and follow the safety instructions issued by the Civil Protection authorities and recommends avoiding all unnecessary travel in areas at high risk of landslides,โ it said. The Municipal Commission said it is fully mobilised to assist those affected and coordinate relief efforts and is continuing to work in collaboration with the various emergency services and local organisations to overcome this tragedy. SOURCE: CMCย Barbados Today Stay informed and engaged with our digital news platform. The leading online multimedia news resource in Barbados for news you can trust. You may also like Dust season changing as plumes arrive sooner – forecasters 08/06/2026 Scientist warns of possible climate link to hantavirus outbreaks 05/06/2026 Barbadian Tourism Leader Petra Roach Inducted into Inaugural CTO Hall of Fame... 05/06/2026
