Gedo (KAAB TV) – According to local officials and humanitarian organisations, the Dolow district in Somalia’s Gedo region has received the highest rain in a single day since 2016. The severe rains have had a significant impact on the people who live there, affecting over 10,000 people and causing damage to shelters and toilets in an internally displaced persons’ camp. The Jubba River has also risen above the flood risk threshold.
The unexpected and severe rains have caused extensive hardships for the people of the Dolow district. Rising river levels are a severe hazard, particularly for vulnerable people in flood-prone locations. The damage of the shelters and toilets in the region where the displaced people were displaced is one of the challenges experienced by those who were already Struggling with displacement, diseases like cholera, and insufficient resources.
The administration and humanitarian organisations are working together to help those affected by the rains. Emergency measures include providing shelter, sanitation, and basic supplies to mitigate the effects of flooding and ensure the safety and well-being of those impacted.
The scenario in the Doolow district demonstrates the community’s vulnerability to catastrophic weather occurrences, emphasising the significance of preparedness and resilience-building measures. As attempts to limit the impact of this weather catastrophe continue, locals are pushing stakeholders to collaborate closely to strengthen the region’s disaster response and recovery capacities.