Somalia: Rapid Multi-Sector Needs Assessment of Riverine Flood-Affected Communities in Afgooye District - September 2024
This document assesses the needs of the population affected by Gu flooding in the Qoryooley District, Somalia.
The Shabelle River overflowed, resulting in the displacement of 3,650 individuals from Belet Weyne and Afgooye districts. Subsequent water level reductions have lessened the flood risk; however, nearly 200 hectares of agricultural land were affected.
In Afgooye district, the flooding impacted the villages of Baalguri, Raqeyle, Aaytir, Siigaale, Dhagahtuur, and Dambaley, displacing approximately 1,200 individuals. Damage reports indicate the destruction of 130 shelters, 20 community latrines, and one educational facility.
Most of Somalia remains arid, with moderate rains recently reported in southern regions and along the Indian Ocean coast. On August 2, flooding in the Balcad district displaced individuals due to the overflow of a water reservoir in Hawadley, affecting 16 villages.
In response, a Rapid Needs Assessment (RNA) was conducted during the week of September 9-11, 2024, to evaluate the floods’ impact. Twenty-two organizations, including ACTED, GREDO, AYUUB, SOYDA, MCAN, SOVA, SASDO, among others, contributed to the data collection efforts in Afgooye district (UNOCHA, 2024).
In Afgooye district, the flooding impacted the villages of Baalguri, Raqeyle, Aaytir, Siigaale, Dhagahtuur, and Dambaley, displacing approximately 1,200 individuals. Damage reports indicate the destruction of 130 shelters, 20 community latrines, and one educational facility.
Most of Somalia remains arid, with moderate rains recently reported in southern regions and along the Indian Ocean coast. On August 2, flooding in the Balcad district displaced individuals due to the overflow of a water reservoir in Hawadley, affecting 16 villages.
In response, a Rapid Needs Assessment (RNA) was conducted during the week of September 9-11, 2024, to evaluate the floods’ impact. Twenty-two organizations, including ACTED, GREDO, AYUUB, SOYDA, MCAN, SOVA, SASDO, among others, contributed to the data collection efforts in Afgooye district (UNOCHA, 2024).
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- September 2024