Somalia: Rapid Multi-Sector Needs Assessment of Riverine Flood-Affected Communities in Balcad District - August 2024
This document assesses the needs of the population affected by Gu flooding in the Qoryooley District, Somalia.
The Balcad district, located in the Middle Shabelle region of Hirshabelle State, Somalia, is characterized by fertile agricultural land and significant water resources. However, it is also prone to severe flooding, particularly during high-flood seasons when the Shabelle River can rise significantly. Past interventions, including the diversion of water through the Sabuuni barrage, have been compromised due to a lack of maintenance, resulting in the malfunctioning of critical infrastructure.
In recent years, the Hawadley Water Reservoir has breached its banks multiple times, with a notable event on August 3, 2024, caused by extreme river inflows that led to flooding and affected communities along the eastern riverbank in Balcad.
In response, OCHA Hirshabelle, in collaboration with the Balcad ABC and ten local partners, conducted a Rapid Needs Assessment (RNA) on August 28, 2024. Participating organizations included Mercy Corps, Islamic Relief, and others, aimed at gathering reliable data to inform humanitarian response efforts.
In recent years, the Hawadley Water Reservoir has breached its banks multiple times, with a notable event on August 3, 2024, caused by extreme river inflows that led to flooding and affected communities along the eastern riverbank in Balcad.
In response, OCHA Hirshabelle, in collaboration with the Balcad ABC and ten local partners, conducted a Rapid Needs Assessment (RNA) on August 28, 2024. Participating organizations included Mercy Corps, Islamic Relief, and others, aimed at gathering reliable data to inform humanitarian response efforts.
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