The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has said that heavy rainfall in the Gaza Strip has flooded tents, creating further difficulties for more than 2,000 displaced families.
UNRWA reported on Monday, November 9, that the rainfall had affected 113 of its emergency shelters and further worsened the already difficult living conditions of displaced people.
According to the report, UNRWA teams are assessing the damage, identifying urgent needs and clearing blocked drainage channels.
The agency is also working with humanitarian organizations to drain accumulated water from displacement shelters and surrounding areas.
UNRWA warned that, with more rainfall forecast, displaced families urgently need safe shelter and other essential winter supplies.
The agency added that despite severe operational restrictions and shortages of equipment and essential aid, its teams continue to carry out humanitarian operations in Gaza.
