Society 1 min read By Alice Ashford
Heavy rain floods tents sheltering displaced Gazans as aid shortages hamper response
Heavy rain has flooded tent camps across Gaza, soaking the belongings of displaced residents while aid groups say shortages and access restrictions are slowing relief efforts.
Heavy rain has flooded tent camps sheltering displaced people in Gaza, leaving families exposed to cold, wet and unsanitary conditions. Flooding has been reported across several displacement sites, with tents waterlogged and residents' belongings soaked through.
Aid shortages are reported to be hampering the humanitarian response. Shelter materials and other supplies are in short supply, and aid groups say restrictions on access are limiting how much can be delivered to those who need it most. Large numbers of people across the Strip are living in tents, which leaves them particularly vulnerable when severe weather strikes.
The full extent of the damage and of any casualties is not yet clear, and the scale of unmet needs has not been confirmed in the available reporting. What is clear is that the combination of flooding and limited supplies has added to the strain on families already living in makeshift shelter, with the coming days expected to test their ability to stay dry and warm.
Source: investing.com
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