Somalia: Rapid Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessment of populations affected by Gu flooding, Doloow District - May 2024

In early May 2024, Doolow experienced severe weather conditions as heavy rains led to significant flash floods and riverine flooding. On May 6, the region recorded its highest single-day rainfall since 2016, with 117mm of rain, which is approximately a quarter of the total seasonal average for the area. This sudden deluge caused the river levels to surge dramatically from 4.48 meters to 5.22 meters, surpassing the high flood risk threshold set by SWALIM.The consequences of this extreme weather event were immediate and severe.

This assessment comprised 131 key informant interviews conducted at 7 sites in the Doolow district between May 29 to June 2, 2024.