Summary
Heavy rains in the Gaza Strip have worsened the living conditions for thousands of displaced Palestinians. Many families have lost their shelters and belongings, and several people have died due to the cold and structural collapses. Despite increased aid efforts from UN agencies like Unicef, many people still lack adequate supplies to withstand the harsh winter weather.
Key Facts
- Heavy rains have affected nearly 55,000 families in Gaza, damaging shelters and belongings.
- Unicef reports severe weather, including up to 15cm of rain, causing significant flooding.
- A two-week-old baby and at least 11 other people have died due to hypothermia and building collapses.
- Over 40 emergency shelters were heavily flooded, forcing additional relocations.
- Unicef has delivered winter kits, blankets, and tents, but aid is still insufficient.
- People living in makeshift shelters face risks from cold temperatures and strong winds.
- Many affected families have been displaced repeatedly over two years of conflict between Israel and Hamas.
