Somalia: Floods - Apr 2024

Heavy rainfall has been affecting Somalia since 19 April, causing floods, flash floods and river overflow that resulted in casualties and damage. According to UN OCHA, as of 22 April, four people died, of whom three in Somaliland (northern Somalia) and one in Hirshabelle State (south-central Somalia), 804 people have been displaced, 100 shelters have been destroyed and a school have been damaged across Somalia. Humanitarian partners are stepping up response across the country. For the next 24 hours, more rainfall is expected over north-western and south-western parts of Somalia. (ECHO, 23 Apr 2024)

Indonesia: Ruang Volcano - Apr 2024

Ruang volcano, located on Ruang Island (part of Sangihe Islands, North Sulawesi Province), increased its volcanic activity on 16-17 April with explosions and emission of volcanic ash and lava. The worst hit areas are Pumpente Village and Pathology Village in Tagulandang District (Sitaro Islands Regency, North Sulawesi Province). According to the National Agency for Disaster Countermeasure (BNPB), 828 people have been displaced, of whom 45 are in one evacuation centre and 783 are in the homes of relatives. National and local authorities are providing assistance for those affected and established an Emergency Response Status for 14 days starting from April 16. The level of the volcano has been raised from II to III, people cannot enter in the area radius of 4 km from the centre of the active crater. (ECHO, 17 Apr 2024)

Between 16 and 17 April three main explosive events occurred and the ash column reached up to 3 km above the summit of the crater. According to the National Agency for Disaster Countermeasure (BNPB), 828 people (506 residents of Laingpatehi Village and 322 residents of Pumpente Village in Sitaro Regency) remain displaced. Local authorities are coordinating the emergency response and providing assistance in the form of 123 mats, 123 blankets and 400 masks to the community. The Multiplatform Application for Geohazard Mitigation and Assessment (MAGMA) has raised the alert level to IV (the maximum level). People who live in the Tagulandang Island area (located 1 km north-east of Ruang Island) and are within a radius of 6 km, especially those living close to the coast, should be immediately evacuated to a safe place. This is due to the potential incandescent rock ejection, pyroclastic flow, and tsunami waves that can be triggered by the collapse of the volcano. (ECHO, 18 Apr 2024)

As of 22 April 2024 at 0800 HRS UTC+7, Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (PVMBG) lowered the alert level back to Level III. Approximately 6,000 people have been displaced to Bahoi and Balehumara villages. Additionally, 679 individuals are displaced in Tugulandang Selatan, while 83 families face displacement in Tugulandang. Tugulandang Utara has also seen 6,000 persons displaced. BNPB reported that 135 houses have been affected and 363 houses, two churches, and one school have been damaged. The Regent of Sitaro declared an emergency response status for 14 days from 16 to 29 April 2024. (AHA Centre, 22 Apr 2024)

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Measles Outbreak - Apr 2024

The outbreak of measles in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) began at the beginning of 2024. Initially, in January and February 2024, the highest number of cases were recorded in Bijeljina, Banja Luka, and the Tuzla Canton, specifically in the cities of Tuzla and Åœivinice. Subsequently, the number increased in the Sarajevo Canton, especially in mid March, where it is still on the rise. According to official data from the Institute of Public Health of the Federation of BiH, in the last three months, from January to April 2024, a total of 1,749 cases of measles have been reported.

Following the epidemiological situation in BiH through daily, weekly, and monthly reports from the Institute of Public Health, it was noted that in the last week of March 2024, the number of confirmed measles cases suddenly increased fourfold, especially in Sarajevo. According to the national health authorities, less than 60 per cent of the population in BiH is vaccinated against measles and rubella. (IFRC, 22 Apr 2024)

Kenya: Floods - Apr 2024

The last week of March marked the start of the long rains season (March to May) characterised by isolated heavy storms that caused heavy rainfall and flash floods in several parts of the country. At least 13 people have died, nearly 3,000 households displaced, over 339 livestock killed, and unknown acres of croplands lost due to flooding in the country, according to initial reports. Areas of particular concern include Marsabit, Turkana, Tana River, Garissa, Kirinyaga, Muranga, Kiambu, Meru, Kisumu, Nairobi and Kitui counties. Humanitarian partners are moving emergency shelter and non-food items to regions at risk of flooding while working with authorities to assess the needs alongside scaling up response to affected communities. Authorities have issued advisories on the continuation of heavy rainfall in most parts of the country from 9 – 15 April. (OCHA, 11 Apr 2024)

The number of people impacted by the March-May long rains continue to rise, with an estimated 103,485 people (20, 697 households) affected including 40,265 people (8,053 households) displaced; 32 deaths, and 15 injured across the country as of 18 April, according to the Kenya Red Cross Society. The heavy rains causing floods have also resulted in loss of livelihoods, including livestock, cropland, and destruction of small businesses. Damage to schools, water sources, and major roads have also been reported. (OCHA, 19 Apr 2024)

The humanitarian impact is still increasing following heavy rain, floods and flash floods across most parts of Kenya. Floods have hit several roads, including the Mombasa-Nairobi road in Makueni county. According to media, at least 45 people died (of whom 13 in the Nairobi City area due mostly to flash floods), and around 58,000 others have been displaced. For the next 72 hours, moderate to heavy rainfall is forecasted in some parts of the Highlands, east and west of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, the South-eastern lowlands, the Coast, North-western and North-eastern Kenya. (OCHA, 26 Apr 2024)

Kazakhstan: Floods - Mar 2024

More than 13,000 people have been evacuated and more than 1,500 private houses have been flooded. There are 6,461 people in temporary accommodation centres, including 2,570 children. 53 settlements remain without transport communication. The floods are not yet past their peak and are expected to intensify and occur in several more regions. [
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Severe flooding, mainly due to rapid snow melting caused by warm temperature, continues to affect south-western Russia and the neighbouring north-western Kazakhstan since early April, resulting in casualties and widespread damage. The flooding also worsened after a dam broke on 5 April in the area of Orsk City (south-eastern Orenburg region) and by river embankement failures, particularly of the Volga, Ural, Tobol and Ishim rivers. [...] In Kazakhstan, national authorities and IFRC report two fatalities, approximately 86,000 affected people and around 3,400 flooded houses across several regions. The most affected area is the Atyrau region. (ECHO, 10 Apr 2024)

State authorities declared local state of emergency in 30 locations of 10 regions. More than 86,000 people have been evacuated and more than 3,700 private houses remain flooded. Over 8,400 people, including 4,000 children, have been placed in temporary accommodation centres, such as schools and social adaptation centres. Fifty-nine settlements remain without transport and communication. The floods have killed 5,711 heads of livestock, 1,013 of which have already been buried. More than 60,000 heads have been relocated so far. 17,000 people, 1,895 vehicles, 772 water-pumping means, and 68 swimming means, eight aircrafts of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MoES), Ministry of Internal Affairs (MoIA), Ministry of Defence (MoD), local executive bodies, and organisations are involved in rescue operations. The state has also mobilised the army, police, and the national guard to support in evacuations, water pumping, and establishing water protection constructions. (IFRC, 11 Apr 2024)

Severe floods and flash floods continue to affect south-western Russia and the neighbouring north-western Kazakhstan since 3 April, resulting in more evacuated people and severe damage. In Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Emergency Situations reports, as of 15 April, nearly 111,200 evacuated people (of which over 6,800 in a number of evacuation centres), approximately 5,500 flooded houses, around 180 flooded roads and nine collapsed bridges across Akmola, Aktobe, Kostanay, Atyrau and North Kazakhstan Regions. (ECHO, 15 Apr 2024)

As at 17 April, the flooding continued, with water still not receding in the flood-affected regions. Work to protect riverbanks and discharge water also continued (Caravan 22/04/2024). The flooding is a result of rapid snow melting and river flooding (Radio Azattyk 01/04/2024). As at 19 April, floods had evacuated or displaced approximately 118,200 people, almost 44,300 of whom were children, and inundated around 6,000 homes. By 22 April, around 24,500 people had returned to their homes, while 8,850 remained in shelters. As at 18 April, the flooding had killed seven people (Caravan 22/04/2024). (ACAPS, 23 Apr 2024)

Tropical Cyclone Gamane - Mar 2024

Tropical Cyclone (TC) Gamane made a landfall in Ampisikinana Commune, Sava Region and has brought heavy rains and floods, leaving 6 people dead, one missing, more than 2,560 displaced and more than 600 homes flooded or damaged in Sava, Analanjirofo and Diana regions, in the north and north-east, on 27 March, according to the National Office for Risk and Disaster Management (BNGRC) and Météo Madagascar. (OCHA, 28 Mar 2024)

Very heavy rainfall, associated to the passage of the tropical cyclone GAMANE, affected north-eastern and central-eastern Madagascar on 26-29 March, causing several severe weather related incidents that have resulted in casualties and widespread damage. The most affected regions are Analanjirofo (the most affected), Atsinanana, Diana and Sava. The National Office for Risk and Disaster Management (BNGRC) reports, as of 1 April, 18 fatalities, four people still missing, 3 injured people, more than 24,000 displaced people (of which a number of these in 87 shelters) and a total of nearly 88,200 affected people across the four aforementioned affected Regions. In addition, BNGRC also reports over 19,500 damaged houses and 135 damaged schools. (ECHO, 3 Apr 2024)

The Government declared a national emergency situation, on 3 April, following the passage of the Tropical Cyclone (TS) Gamane, that hit the north and northeast of Madagascar on 27 March. It reportedly killed 18 people, injured three and left four people missing. About 535,000 people living in the 33 flooded communes have been affected including about 22,000 displaced, most of whom were sheltered in temporary sites. Humanitarian partners aim to reach 165,000 people out 220,000 in need with urgent humanitarian assistance. More than 18,830 houses have been flooded and more than 780 have been damaged or destroyed. About 22 health centres have been damaged and 165 classrooms have been affected, resulting in about 24,121 children having no access to schools. (OCHA, 4 Apr 2024)

Uruguay: Floods - Mar 2024

Between March 16 and 22, Uruguay experienced a series of adverse weather events that generated serious situations in different regions of the country with consequences such as floods, falling trees, road closures, displacement of people who evacuated their homes. More than 100,000 individuals are estimated to have been impacted by the floods, with over 6,000 people displaced from their homes across various departments nationwide, primarily in Florida, San José, and Canelones. Evacuations have occurred in shelters and with friends and family, leading to an undercount due to unregistered self-evacuations. (IFRC, 4 Apr 2024)

Cuba: Floods - Mar 2024

On 23 March Cuba experienced intense rains and local thunderstorms that have swept through the entire western and central regions of the country before advancing towards the Eastern Region later that afternoon. The provinces most severely impacted thus far are Artemisa, Mayabeque, Matanzas, and Havana. Havana, in particular, has witnessed significant incidents of severe flooding, caused by the overflowing of the Luyano River. The torrential downpours have inflicted damage across various sectors, including infrastructure, with partial and total roof collapses, disruptions to the power grid affecting over 270,000 individuals, agricultural losses, and livelihood setbacks. As of 25 March, the UN Country Team in Cuba has reported the evacuation of nearly 1,000 individuals in the capital, primarily due to multiple landslides. (IFRC, 6 Apr 2024)

Afghanistan: Cold Wave - Mar 2024

On 3 March 2024, the Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS) under the auspices of the Vice President convened an Emergency Task Force Meeting in response to the heavy snowfall and extreme cold temperatures that affected several high-altitude provinces of Afghanistan during the first week of March. The event resulted in casualties, heavy losses of livestock, blocked roads, and disruption to economic activities among other challenges. According to public authorities, news agencies, and the ARCS, at least 35 human lives have been lost, dozens of people injured, and thousands of livestock perished, depriving affected households of their livelihoods due to the heavy snowfall and cold temperatures. The provinces most affected include Badakhshan, Badghis, Balkh, Farah, Faryab, Ghor, Herat, Jawzjan, Kunduz, Nuristan, Sar-e-Pul, Uruzgan, and Zabul. The March 2024 event is almost reminiscent of the cold wave of January 2023 in terms of scale, but the impacts are considered more severe. According to ECHO, temperatures plummeted to as low as -33 degrees in provinces like Ghor, and over 70,000 cattle perished across several provinces and also causing 70 deaths.Prior to the cold wave in early March, on 19 February 2024, a landslide triggered by heavy snowfall claimed 25 lives, destroyed at least 20 homes, and displaced 350 households in the province of Nuristan. (IFRC, 21 Mar 2024)

Subsequent and more detailed assessments confirmed the true scale of the impact wrought by the event, with the National Disaster Organization reporting that as many as 325,205 people were affected across at least 18 provinces, and thousands of livestock perished, significantly affecting households and livelihoods. The provinces most affected include Badakhshan, Badghis, Balkh, Farah, Faryab, Ghor, Herat, Jawzjan, Kunduz, Nuristan, Nangarhar, Sar-e-Pul, Uruzgan, and Zabul. (IFRC, 25 Apr 2024)

Afghanistan: Floods - Mar 2024

Heavy rainfall across Afghanistan on 29 and 30 March has destroyed more than 1,500 acres of agricultural land and resulted in severe damage to over 540 homes, as well as other critical infrastructure across seven provinces, including six bridges and 450 km of road.

Based on initial reports and assessments, the provinces where most damage has been reported are Faryab province in the Northern region, Nangarhar province in the Eastern region, and Daikundi province in the Central Highlands region.

This is the third time that the Northern region has experienced flooding in less than a month, with seven people killed and 384 families affected in heavy rains that occurred on 21 and 26-27 March. As of 30 March, there have been no reports of displacement due to the floods. (OCHA, 30 Mar 2024)

[...] The health facility in the Kamgal area suffered damage due to a landslide, impacting local access to essential health services. In Kunar, the primary route between Wama and Parun was temporarily obstructed on March 30 by rockslides, disrupting transportation and relief access. Similarly, in Nuristan, the Neshagram village road to Waygal district has been blocked due to landslides, severing the connection of approximately 1,000 to 2,000 families with essential services and the district center. (IMC, 3 Apr 2024)

Between 10 and 16 April 2024, Afghanistan experienced heavy rains and flash floods across the central, central highlands, northern, northeastern, southern and western regions. Preliminary reports indicate that almost 1,590 families have been affected, with 35 people killed and another 47 people injured, while 46 families have been displaced. The most severely affected provinces that had fatalities were Badghis (4), Farah (2), Hilmand (5), Kabul (3), Kandahar (4), Laghman (2), Nangahar (1), Parwan (2) and Uruzgan (12). Additionally, more than 930 houses have been destroyed (198) or damaged (738), along with around 63,700 acres of agricultural land and at least 470 livestock reportedly killed.A new wave of rains is expected in the central, south, southeast and southwest regions of the country over the next week, with up to 30 mm of rainfall daily. These volumes are of concern because water reserves are filled to capacity, thus flooding is to be anticipated. (OCHA, 18 Apr 2024)

The humanitarian impact continues to rise following heavy rainfall and floods that have been affecting several provinces of Afghanistan, particularly Badghis, Uruzgan, Farah, Paktia, Zabul, Helmand, Kunar, Kabul, Badakhshan, Ghor, Kandahar, Takhar, Parwan, Herat, Ghazni, Laghman, Nimroz, and Sar-e-Pol. As of 23 April, media report at least 90 fatalities, and dozens of injured people. In addition, more than 2,000 houses have been damaged, and thousands of livestock have died across the country. (ECHO, 24 Apr 2024)

Iraq: Floods - Mar 2024

Flash floods caused by heavy rainfall swept through Iraq’s Dohuk governorate on Tuesday 19 March. As per the Civil Defense Directorate spokesperson, heavy rains caused water inundation across the city, leading to transportation disruptions, and raising concerns about potential floodings, as forecasted by the regional meteorology department. In addition, the mudslides rush down to the roads and Duhok city suffers severe floods. This is caused by the receiving of 80 mm rainwater on Thursday in many districts across the KRI, and more rains are forecasted in the country. Current torrential rains and flooding also caused damage to pavements and road infrastructure. According to the authorities, 16 villages are affected by the floods and have been cut off from the main city due to the blockage of roads. Government authorities are responding and evacuating residents in areas prone to landslides and flash floodings. Heavy floods have also been reported in Erbil city.

The provinces of Diyala, Wassit and Maysan, due to their proximity to neighbouring Iran, also witnessed flooding in the past. The current rain spell resulted in small scale losses due to the flow of floods in the outskirts of Diyala governorate, Baldrouz and Al-Muqdadiyah provinces, where two families are affected. In Maysan, the torrential rains continue and floods flow in the outskirts of the province in rural areas. [...] Based on the initial assessment as reported by the Iraqi Red Crescent Society, an estimated number of 921 households were affected in Dohuk and Erbil governorates. (IFRC, 03 Apr 2024)

Tropical Storm Filipo: Mar 2024

The National Institute for Disaster Management (INGD) report that 48,116 people (8,533 households) were affected in the provinces of Gaza, Inhambane, Maputo and Sofala. Two deaths and 25 people injured have been reported. According to the information available, the most affected area is Maputo city with 25,455 people affected (2 percent of total population). Damage to infrastructure includes 8,000 houses partially/completely damaged, 146 schools (22,442 students) affected along with 51 health centres, 56 electric poles, and 19 roads affected. The highest humanitarian needs are in education, shelter/NFIs, water purification and hygiene kits. Infrastructure reconstruction/rehabilitation needs have also been identified. (OCHA, 15 Mar 2024)

On 12 March, the Tropical Storm Filipo hit Gaza, Inhambane, Maputo and Sofala provinces, affecting 57,178 people (11,551 households) and two casualties and injuring 85. Damage to infrastructure includes 1,674 houses partially damaged and 456 totally destroyed, 287 schools impacting 59,629 students, along with 75 health centres, 126 electric poles, and 256 km of road affected. Additionally, about 30,857 ha of crops were affected. (OCHA, 4 Apr 2024)

Argentina: Floods - Mar 2024

In the early hours of 3 March the Capital Department of the Province of Corrientes experienced a deluge of intense and prolonged rainfall, totaling over 300 mm within a span of less than 12 hours. This event set a historical record for the city and resulted in significant impacts in the City of Corrientes, including flooded streets and numerous homes submerged. The flooding affected a vast majority of the community, both in urban and suburban areas. Many households experienced water ingress ranging from 20 cm to 2 meters, even in the urban core. Although approximately 90% of the affected areas have been drained, initial recovery efforts are focused on cleaning, disinfection, and recovering lost belongings, a process expected to take several days in some instances. Particularly vulnerable areas such as the neighborhoods of Ciudades Correntinas, Quintana, Río Paraná, Anahí, La Olla, Ponce, Jardín, San Ignacio, Santa Rita Sur, Esperanza, and Molina Punta continue to face challenges due to geographical location, pre-existing drainage issues, and high levels of vulnerability. In the initial hours of the event, the local emergency response system encountered difficulties reaching affected areas due to the severity of the storm. However, rescue efforts intensified throughout the day, mobilizing more than 2,500 individuals, including municipal personnel, Civil Defense teams, federal forces, civil society organizations, and with support from the Argentine Red Cross. It is estimated that approximately 5,000 people have evacuated voluntarily, with 996 individuals relocated to temporary shelters. Although the number of evacuees has gradually decreased, some individuals still remain in official temporary shelters as of March 7. Meanwhile, many families have begun returning to their homes or seeking accommodation with relatives and neighbors. (IFRC, 18 Mar 2024)

Algeria: Floods - Feb 2024

On February 29th, 2024, the Wilaya of Jijel experienced significant flooding incidents due to the heavy rainfall, in two specific areas: the AADL residencies and Al Ansar Daira. These incidents exacerbated existing challenges caused by the said heavy rainfall, as well as the fact that the areas are situated next to a valley that increased the damage with the high level of waters, and weak infrastructure in the most affected area. Roads in the affected areas were blocked by floodwaters, as well as commercial buildings and offices impeding transportation and causing disruptions to daily life. Additionally, the infrastructure sustained notable damage as a result of the flooding. Efforts to address the situation and provide assistance to affected residents were underway by the ARC, with authorities working to clear the blocked roads and damaged infrastructure. (IFRC, 15 Mar 2024)

Peru: Dengue Outbreak - Feb 2024

The accumulation of water from the rains and the high temperatures creates a breeding ground for diseases like dengue fever. In fact, the rise of dengue among the population led the Ministry of Health to declare a Health Emergency on 28 February in 20 regions (Supreme Decree Nº004-2024-SA). As of February 24th, the number of cases reached 34,042, more than two times the number of cases in 2023 (+131.7%). The regions with the most cases are La Libertad (6,148), Piura (5,275), Ica (4,645), Ancash (3,766) and Lima (2,899). Children and adolescents infected with dengue are more than 10,000, representing 29.6% of the infected population and 13.6% of the deaths by dengue (6 out of 44). (UNICEF, 8 Mar 2024)

Dengue and other waterborne and vector-borne diseases have a particularly severe impact on pregnant women. During the 2023 floods in Piura department, dengue caused or was associated with 20% of recorded maternal deaths (UNFPA 27/12/2023). (ACAPS, 19 Mar 2024)

Peru reported 79,741 cases between EW 1 and EW 11 of 2024, representing an increase of 471% compared to the average of the last 5 years for the same period in the country (WHO, 29 Mar 2024)

Malawi: Floods - Feb 2024

Between 27th February and 1st March 2024, Nkhotakota and Karonga districts experienced prolonged heavy rains that caused flooding of several rivers; 28,285 people (2280 households) need WASH services; 11,169 people (2115 Households) are in IDP camps while 17,116 are their homes in Nkhotakota district. Five boreholes and 979 taps were affected in Nkhotakota while 15 water sources (13 shallow wells and 2 boreholes) were affected in Karonga district. Immediate maintenance and rehabilitation of piped water supply system remain critical especially at Dwangwa town as well Nkhotakota Boma. Sanitation and Hygiene promotion remain critical in all camps to prevent disease outbreak. WASH Partners continue to provide humanitarian support to the affected population in all the affected districts. (UNICEF, WASH Cluster 15 Mar 2024)

Flash floods hit Malawi’s Nkhotakota district after incessant rains in the region, leaving affected areas inaccessible by road due to widespread damage to infrastructure. The floods left six people dead and has displaced thousands of others in Malawi’s central region last week. Torrential rains also affected Karonga district in northern region. This development comes a year after Cyclone Freddy ripped through Malawi and neighbouring Mozambique and Madagascar, killing more than 500 people, mostly Malawians. More than 14 000 people have been affected in the latest bout of floods. (WHO, 20 Mar 2024)

Pakistan: Floods - Feb 2024

On 27 February, torrential downpours were recorded in Gwadar, submerging several areas, including Gwadar city and Sarabandan. Gwadar district has declared a state of emergency while rescue operations are underway. The Meteorological Department recorded rain across various locations in Balochistan, with Gwadar receiving the highest amount at 58 mm. So far, no casualty has been reported. Continued rain was seen in northern Balochistan and coastal areas until 28 February, which was followed by strong winds and rains, triggering province-wide heavy rains until 2 March. (ECHO, 29 Feb 2024)

Persistent heavy rains since 27 February in northern Balochistan continue to cause damage and casualties. The National Disaster Management Authority reported, 250 houses damaged, three children died, and 21 individuals injured. The emergency continues at the southwestern coast of Balochistan including Gawadar, Jewani, and Ormara. Government authorities, army, and paramilitary are engaged in rescue, relief and dewatering of urban flood water from houses. The Balochistan government closed schools until 7 March. Assessments are underway to determine the extent of the damage. [...] Sindh also declares emergency in Karachi division and is observing the situation. (ECHO, 1 Mar 2024)

Heavy rainfall and strong winds have been affecting north-western Pakistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province and south-western Pakistan, Baluchistan Province over the last 48 hours, causing floods, landslides and several severe weather-related incidents that have resulted in casualties and damage. Provincial Disaster Management Authorities from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province reported 35 death, 43 injured, 46 houses fully damaged, 346 houses partially damaged, and 15 other infrastructures partially damaged including 2 schools. Provincial Disaster Management Authorities from Balochistan reported 5 deaths, 82 fully damaged houses and 155 partially damaged houses. In addition, the media also reported 50 injured people, around 700 damaged houses and several blocked roads across both Provinces. Some reports from Gwadar districts add 21 persons injured, 5 missing and 300 displaced. In Gilgit Baltistan, heavy rains and snowfall started on the evening of 1 March triggered landslides blocking Karakoram Highway blocking at multiple locations. Rescue operations are underway by the Army and civil armed forces. (ECHO, 5 Mar 2024)

The humanitarian impact is still increasing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, north-western Pakistan following heavy rainfall, and heavy snow. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authorities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (PDMA), the number of fatalities reached 40 people while 62 others have been injured, 80 houses have been destroyed, 554 damaged as well as two schools. (ECHO, 6 Mar 2024)

Heavy rainfall and heavy hailstorms have been affecting north-western Pakistan (in particular the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province) since 31 March, triggering landslides and causing floods and a number of severe weather-related incidents (particularly due to hailstorms). Media report, as of 3 April, ten fatalities, 12 injured people and several damaged houses across seven districts in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province: Peshawar, Nowshera, Shangla, Bannu, Khyber, Charsadda and Bajaur (the latter being the most affected). (ECHO, 3 Apr 2024)

Between 12 and 15 April, persistent heavy rains and lightning resulted in the tragic loss of 42 human lives, with over 50 people sustaining injuries and more than 300 houses damaged across Pakistan. According to reports from the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa recorded 21 fatalities, 32 injuries and damage to over 300 houses, along with loss of livestock and property damage. The provincial Government declared flood emergency in 14 districts for the provision of relief and restoration of communication networks and water supply. In Balochistan, eight fatalities, Eight injuries, and damage to 22 houses were reported and infrastructure damage. The provincial Government declared urban flood emergency in Quety City due to continuous rains. Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab reported 13 fatalities and five injuries. The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecasted further adverse weather until 20 April, advising provinces to maintain vigilance during this period. (OCHA, 16 Apr 2024)

According to UN OCHA, as of 21 April, 99 people died (63 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 21 in Punjab and 15 in Balochistan), 94 others have been injured, 3,500 houses have been damaged and destroyed, as well as 464 schools. In addition, on 22 April, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reported another fatality, seven injured people and 177 damaged/destroyed houses across eight districts of the province due to severe weather. (ECHO, 23 Apr 2024)

Iran: Floods - Feb 2024

Due to heavy rainfall and a severe cold wave starting from Monday, February 26th to the present day, March 8th, 2023, 844 villages,14,725 households, and 63,343 individuals were severely affected across Sistan and Balouchestan provinces by the devastating floods. Over 3,000 hectares of farmland and banana gardens have been destroyed particularly in Konarak, Chabahar, and Dalgan. With 500 villages rendered inaccessible and 9 dams overflowing, the scale of destruction is profound, with over 20,000 homes damaged and vital power and drinking water networks disrupted in more than 520 villages. The rural communities, notably the 26,640 nomadic households, are among the most affected and vulnerable. So far, 258,387 people across 16 counties namely Khash, Sib-o Soran, Fanuj, Iranshahr, Mirjaveh, Nikshahr, Dalgaan, Chabahar, Saravan, Zahedan, Nimroz, Sarbaz, and Mehrestan have been affected. (IFRC, 21 Mar 2024)

Following the heavy rainfall that has been affecting south-eastern Iran causing floods and river overflow, the number of casualties and damage is increasing. According to media reports, as of 23 April, 10 people died due to floods, at least 3,000 people have been displaced in evacuation centres, and more than 46,000 people have been affected. In addition, more than 2,000 houses have been damaged by floods and hundreds of villages have experienced power outages across Sistan and Baluchistan Province. Over the next 24 hours, more rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast over the southern part of Iran. (ECHO, 24 Apr 2024)

Peru: Floods - Feb 2024

On February 26th, a National State of Emergency Declaration was issued for 60 days, declaring a Level 4 Emergency due to the impact of heavy rains and flooding in 20 regions. As of March 1st, the National Institute of Civil Defense (INDECI) reported 100,551 people affected by the emergencies and 32 dead (including 9 children). More than 42,000 homes, 68 schools and 129 health centers have been affected, are inhabitable or destroyed. (UNICEF, 8 Mar 2024)

Bolivia: Floods and Landslides - Feb 2024

Heavy rainfall in western Bolivia has resulted in devastating landslides, causing casualties and widespread damage. On 19 February, the National Service of Meteorology and Hydrology (SENAMHI) issued a red alert for three municipalities in La Paz and an orange alert for 279 municipalities across nine departments due to persistent rain and the risk of flooding. (OCHA, 23 Feb 2024)

On 28 February, the municipality of Cobija, in northwestern Bolivia, declared a state of emergency due to intense rainfall, causing the overflowing of the Acre River. The flooding left 14 communes underwater, forcing 570 families to seek refuge in six shelters. The ongoing rainy season, exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon, has claimed 40 lives and affected over 15,000 families, nationwide. The National Meteorological Service has issued an orange weather alert for rains and thunderstorms in La Paz, Cochabamba, Santa Cruz, Beni and Pando. (OCHA, 01 Mar 2024)

On 4 March 2024, the Bolivia Ministry of Defense published updated information on the severe rains affecting the country. Nine departments are under an orange alert, and the department of Pando has declared a departmental disaster. A red alert is in effect for three municipalities in the department of Pando and 21 municipalities in the department of La Paz. A municipal disaster has been declared for 18 municipalities and a municipal emergency has been declared in ten municipalities in the country. In total, 26,729 families have been affected, 43 deaths were reported, 483 homes were affected, and 842 homes destroyed, the majority of which were in the department of La Paz. In addition, 5,542 people were evacuated, the majority of which were in Pando. (PAHO, 04 Mar 2024)

On 11 March 2024, the Bolivia Ministry of Defense announced the launch of an emergency plan for the municipality of La Paz in response to heavy rains. The government will deploy machinery and technical personnel to support the affected areas for a duration of 60 days. Media is reporting that the La Paz municipal government has declared an emergency due to the heavy rains. (PAHO, 11 Mar 2024)

At four months after the start of the rainy season in Bolivia, the overflowing rivers, landslides, and mass displacement have affected 82,201 families (approximately 287,300 people) according to the Vice Ministry of Civil Defence (VIDECI). The national government reports that since November of last year the rains and flooding have caused 52 deaths. 22,433 families have suffered severe losses, and 5,542 people had to be evacuated. [...]

VIDECI has reported that 133 municipalities (533 communities) were affected by floods, flash floods, landslides, and other phenomena caused by persistent rainfall. In the city of La Paz, home to Bolivia's seat of government, continuous rainy days have caused rivers to overflow, deep ditches to form, and landslides to affect communities. A total of 3,148 families have been affected, 470 people (116 families) were displaced, and there is a risk of further landslides that could affect more than 4,000 families.

In Cobija, an Amazon region city on the border with Brazil, flooding at the end of February affected more than 3,600 people. While many families who were forced to stay in shelters are now able to go home, at least a hundred families will remain in the shelters because they suffered the complete loss of their homes. (UNICEF, 19 Mar 2024)

As of 9 Apr 2024, the country is facing heavy rainfall, floods and landslides, with over 50 people killed and 85,000 people affected according to the Government. (UN Climate Crisis Coordinator, 9 Apr 2024)

In the last 4 weeks, the Vice Ministry of Civil Defense registered more than 73 events, quantifying 161,258 new exposed people and 84,269 affected, the latter showing a significant increase close to 57%. During this same period, 972 houses have been affected and 114 destroyed.

In Bolivia, 171 municipalities are affected by the rains, of which 73 have been declared in municipal disaster and 24 in emergency. The departments of La Paz, Beni, and Chuquisaca have been declared in emergency. [...] The Ministry of Planning for Development estimates that flood response and rehabilitation of key services would require, as of March 17th, more than 23,600,000 USD. (Government of Bolivia/UNCT in Bolivia, 9 Apr 2024)