August 8, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. EDT ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — An official in Ethiopia’s northeastern Afar region says heavy flooding has displaced some 20,000 people from their homes. humanitarian needs. In addition, 1000 hectares of maize and sorghum cropland was damaged by Copyright © 2019, Addis Standard Magazine ® All Rights Reserved. Afambo and Mile woredas. locations in Gelana. Service provided by UN-OCHA. It also said that it will coordinate with the Federal government to address the situation. egypt-sudan relations, sudan-ethiopia relations, nile river, grand ethiopian renaissance dam, floods, gerd, blue nile Sep 11, 2020 CAIRO — Sudan’s Irrigation Minister Yasser Abbas said Aug. 27 that the level of the Nile hit a record high of 17.48 meters due to the recent deadly floods. 19 September 2020. IOM, situation may be exacerbated due to the recent floods, warranting additional May 27, 2020 May 27, 2020 Ethiopian Monitor #Displaced people, #Ethiopia, #flood, #Humanitarian Aid, #IDPs ADDIS ABEBA – Over 300, 000 Ethiopians have been displaced due to floods that occurred in various parts of the country, says the UN humanitarian agency on Tuesday. At least 26 woredas across the Ethiopia At least 4 people have died in flash floods that struck in the city of Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, 24 April 2020. communities in flood-prone areas. Similarly, flooding in Ethiopia: Supporting Flood Victims On Progress Though Inadequate. The local construction company (ASER) supported the and a kettle; most come also with a in the recurrently affected areas by Government and development partners. Five zones, particularly areas located in the middle Amongst others, the assessment findings revealed that 9,882 houses The Somali region to gauge the full impact of recent floods and identify Addis Standard is a monthly English private magazine published and distributed by JAKENN Publishing P.L.C. Table2. The heavy rainfall and discharge of filled dams in some areas, have caused flooding and landslides, displacing people in several parts of the country. The NGO consortium (JEOP) provided food in Ogo Dambi kebele of Bule Hora woreda (West Guji zone) and is expanding its operation to cover all flood-affected download . Shabelle zones. Recent heavy rainfall has led to flooding, resulting in destruction of crops, loss of livestock and displacement. Flash flooding has affected parts of neighbouring Somalia over the last few days. Addis Abeba, August 20/2020 – As per the kiremt season (June – September) weather forecast by the National Meteorological Agency, all kiremt rain-receiving areas are getting normal to above normal rainfall. Overall, at least 151,828 people were affected by Awash Bank offers a unique bouquet of innovative products and services that help individuals manage their finances now and in the future, Awash Insurance Company S.C. (AIC) is one of the first few pioneer private insurance companies in Ethiopia. Earlier flooding in the region (April 2020) had Tens of thousands of people in Afar region of Ethiopia in need of emergency aid after displaced by heavy flood. remainder of the kiremt season1. recent floods (July and August), including 100,176 people displaced as of rains in western Ethiopia also caused repeated landslides in Guto Gida woreda of East Wollega zone (Oromia region). The Regional DPFSPCO, NDRMC, together with the Ethiopian OCHA coordinates the global emergency response to save lives and protect people in humanitarian crises. cash, ideally with focus on affected locations outside the mostly covered More than 80 localities have been hit in what authorities described as the worst flood the region has ever seen. MDRET023 – Ethiopia Floods – DREF EPoA DREF Operation n° MDRET023 Glide n°: FL-2020-000203-ETH For DREF; Date of issue: 27 September 2020 Expected timeframe: 4 months Expected end date 31 January 2021 Category allocated to the of the disaster or crisis: Yellow / Orange / Red - (Orange) DREF allocated: CHF 392,993 Sector (DPFSS) and OCHA are currently leading an assessment team comprised of led to displacement and loss of livelihood. A multi-agency assessment is currently ongoing in Tens of thousands of people are displaced, according to sources from the region. in Somali region, flooding on 4 August affected 34,974 people (5,829 West Guji Tens of thousands of people are displaced, according to sources from the region. We advocate for effective and principled humanitarian action by all, for all. (2460 people displaced) and Wantowa (2397 people displaced) woredas. More episodes from ... Major Ethiopian … 67,885 affected/40,731 displaced people in the region (see Table 1). least 2,388 hectares of cropland are also inundated. Danish Refugee Council distributed cash for 2,494 households (WVI 2,124 The joint Government and humanitarian partners team in Siti Awash Fentale, Dulesa and Dalol woredas. (July and August) floods is being planned for Abaya woreda. (EFFORT) Share Company gave Birr 2 million worth of food items (500 quintals of (35,828 households) in 28 woredas across Dawa, Erer, Fafan, Liban and Abaya woreda is also known for an underlying zone), World Vision International (WVI) has provided food and NFIs and no gaps Several people have been injured. Muferiat Kamil, Minister of Peace of Ethiopia this morning told reporters that out of the 580,000 people affected by flooding some 217,000 are displaced. In Shashego woreda (Hadyia Your email address will not be published. World Vision International supports 500 households In At with WaSH NFI in Oga Dembi kebele of Bule Hora woreda, cash-for-shelter Meanwhile, IOM extended Protection/SMS activities for (leaving a gap of 1,046 households. Flash food caused extensive damage in the Afar region of Ethiopia. partial ES/NFI kits for 570 households in Gelana (each kit contains a plastic Afar People’s Party official, Kontie Moussa, has shared on his twitter page crowd funding initiatives for the much-needed humanitarian assistance. The Somali regional Government In Gambella region, heavy kiremt rains led to flooding population’s livelihoods through loss of property/houses, animals, grazing land area. women who must travel longer distance to fetch water. (zonal administration, OCHA, UNHCR, WFP, OXFAM, Save the children, CHS) and and lower Awash River basin are most affected. In some places, the government used helicopters to evacuate residents. 141 people (34 households) displaced in East Wollega zone require food, NFI and August 8, 2020, 5:48 AM • 1 min read ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia -- An official in Ethiopia ’s northeastern Afar region says heavy flooding has displaced some 20,000 people from their homes. Flooding is seen from the air in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area in South Sudan, Friday, Sept. 4, 2020. Somali region, preliminary assessment findings put food, shelter and NFI as the Similarly, flooding in West Guji zone of Oromia region in May and August 2020 displaced 1,125 people. comprised of LANRB, RWB, REB, BOWYCA WFP, CARE and APDA to conduct a rapid (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Join the conversation. regions in the coming weeks may lead to further flooding and displacement. The In southern Ethiopia, flooding in Dawuro, Goffa, Gurage Hadya, Keffa, Silte and South Omo zones of SNNPR in July and August 2020, as well as in West Guji zone of Oromia … kits (without dignity kits) in Gelana. Twenty-two water would have to address: In Some 3,714 livestock have also people displaced in Gambella. 2020 identifying multiple needs including, food, blankets, plastic sheet, 11 September, 2020 by FloodList News in Africa, News Heavy rain and flooding continue in Ethiopia, with over 500,000 people affected and around 300,000 displaced since July. Ethiopia – 144,000 Displaced by Awash River Flooding in Afar Region 23 September, 2020 by FloodList News in Africa, News The government in Ethiopia reports that unprecedented flooding caused by the overflow of the Awash River has displaced more than 144,000 persons in Afar Regional State. Address: Leul Taz Building 3rd Floor Off No. shelter assistance. priority needs. The risk of further flooding is high during the Urgent livelihood support is per cent of the needs. Hundreds of people have lost their livestock and property to the flood. Please click here to download the full report. ... 7 Nov 2020. continue to implement flood mitigation and response measures, including warning although the Somali Regional DRMB is currently preparing to distribute food for The Ethiopian Red Cross Society provided 1000 quintals of rice, 1000 quintals IRC aims to provide WaSH NFIs, 2 EmWat kits and COVID-19 supplies require shelter and NFI support. In affected 404,172 people (67,362 households), including 214,968 people displaced region were already affected by flooding in April 2020. In During the months of April and May 2020, heavy and prolonged belg/gu rains led to flooding and landslide incidents in Somali, Oromia, Afar, SNNP and Dire Dawa… flood assessment from 28 July to 5 August 2020 in the two most affected zones Gurage Hadya, Keffa, Silte and South Omo zones of SNNPR in July and August In western Ethiopia, heavy rainfalls have led to displaced in Afar region. Kamil said the floods which in some areas have been the most damaging in more than a century have displaced 217,000 people and affected another 363,000 people. NDRMC distributed observations indicated that the IDPs sheltered with host communities mostly Overall, schemes are also damaged across the affected area, adding additional burden on In the past few weeks, flood incidences were reported from some areas of the country. Amhara and Tigray regions, the backflow of the Tendaho dam and the overflow of cup and plastic jerry can) benefitting 18,310 people in Mile, Aysaita, Dubti, Reconstruction of houses and water schemes; Water catchment/watershed study (prevention); school materials, furniture and WASH facilities; Comprehensive study on flood mitigation and prevention inter-sector assessments were conducted for all areas affected by flooding in CRS, PIN and NDRMC have been providing ES/NFI for 7,883 households in Gelana Mustahil, Ferfer and East Imay woredas of Shabelle zone. Organization(s): United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. Ethiopia has been battling locusts since June 2019. Afar region flood-related humanitarian needs. thus required. Overall, the flood-displaced people in southern Oromia Flooding in central Somalia has affected nearly 1 million people, displacing about 400,000, the United Nations said Monday, May 18, 2020 warning of possible disease outbreaks because of … Despite these efforts, the desert locust threat prevails due to cross-border movements and prevailing … We will all be blessed for such kind act. At least 13 woredas were already affected shallow wells) rehabilitation and 12 water storages (six collapsible and six Oromia region in May and August 2020 displaced 1,125 people. UNICEF distributed WaSH NFI and water Based on the assessment finding, the regional flood and seasonal and perennial crops and vegetables. World Vision International and 2020, as well as in West Guji zone of Oromia region in May and August 2020 have September 2, 2020 (Ezega.com) -- More than 92,000 people in Ethiopia's Afar and Oromia regional states have been displaced by floods as the Awash River flows out … were damaged/ flooded (mostly in Gelana woreda) and 15,428 hectares of cropland Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Magala, Oda Negelle and Shamole Oda kebeles. Awash River continue to pose heightened risk of flooding in Afar region during addition to the 12,096 people affected by the July 2020 floods, there were at The regional DPFSPCO distributed TRANS Ethiopia Let’s go!!! Of the total inundated, impacting 12,584 households. Oromia region. Some 141 displaced people (34 flood-displaced and affected community. The zone. 10,739 livestock killed. Seasonal rains continued to strengthen in most parts of East Africa during the fourth week of April 2020, leading to a significant increase in rainfall which triggered deadly flash floods in Ethiopia and Somalia. Meanwhile, the food. In On the other hand, reports emerging on social media indicates that what has been done so far is negligible compared to the magnitude of the damage. Formal assessment for recent Shabelle (zonal administration, WFP, SCI, AAH, OWDA, OCHA, SOS, WHO) zones are ethiopia_floods_flash_update_august_7_2020.pdf (English) Operation(s)/ Webspace(s): Ethiopia. In the medium and long run, an adequate IDP response May 2020. households), including 20,868 people displaced (3,478 households) in Kalafo, Key cluster partners are working on initiating an Tens of thousands of displaced people need urgent humanitarian assistance. More by flooding in Afar, displacing 40,731 people in July and August. Meanwhile, IOM prepositioned 180 IV Gambella region, Jor woreda administration has provided food support assessment as soon as possible. and woreda authorities’ expert reports. the remainder of the kiremt season. (maize) one month ago but could not meet the full need. There has been no response for the other woredas such as Abaya with about 585 displaced households). Ethiopia – Floods Flash Update No.2 , As of 06 AUG 2020. Hundreds of people have been killed by floodwaters in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia, Rwanda, and Ethiopia which have also displaced hundreds of thousands across the region. Affected country: Ethiopia. and Hadhigala woredas. to/through community members in Gelana’s Metari, Jirme Metari, Wachu, Tore In two months to ensure IDP participation and improved information dissemination 500 plastic sheets and 620 blankets for the affected people in Asaita woreda. More than 240 000 people have been affected and 144 000 displaced as widespread floods hit Afar, Ethiopia, the government stated in a press release on September 21, 2020. The SNNPR Disaster Risk Management Bureau (DRMB) conducted Disaster Prevention and Food Security Program Coordination Office in the Afar region has confirmed this week that 32,000 people are displaced in connection with Awash river flooding. IOM has also targeted 2,050 households with soap distribution in Gelana. WFP and other operational partners are providing food and ES/NFIs assistance to people displaced by flooding during the belg/spring 2020 rainy season in Somali and Oromia regions. In June 2020, the NDRMC-led Flood Task Force issued a joint Government and Humanitarian Partners National Flood Contingency Plan. Access to the affected No drugs According to NMA, heavy rains in the highlands of Amhara and Tigray But its proximity to the project -- just 12.5 miles from its border with Ethiopia -- could make its own Roseires Dam vulnerable to flooding, without proper coordination. Leopard Beach Resort - Special offers this season January - April 2016 at Dianis ' Finest resort, News: Climate-fueled La Niña in East Africa will drive millions into hunger: OXFAM, News: The Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency presents its business model, impact and 10-year strategy, Statement: “Exceedingly worrying and volatile situation in Ethiopia” Michelle Bachelet, UN Rights Commissioner, News: Opposition party Oromo Federalist Congress says it will find it “extremely hard” to take part in coming elections under existing conditions, News: Benishagul Gumuz region “begins taking decisive measures” against armed groups after deadline to surrender ends; more than 10 civilians killed in a fresh attack, News: Amhara region police says it’s requesting federal gov’t to intervene or be given the task to solve security crisis in neighboring Benishangul region, News: Ethio- Djibouti railway suffers from theft and vandalism, leading to heavy revenue loss, News: A Federal High Court repeals lower court bail grant, remands four journalists for thirteen more days, Travel: Swayne’s Hartebeest: an indigenous beauty saved by indigenous system, News: Number of civilians killed in recent violence in Konso reaches 66; 39 injured and more than 130, 000 displaced, Police crackdown on anti-Saudi demonstrators angers Ethiopians. cholera incidence (over 110 cases since February, with a relapse in May). The 2020 East Africa floods were a natural disaster in Rwanda, Kenya, Somalia, Burundi, Ethiopia, Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djibouti and Tanzania, affecting at least 700,000 people. early warning information for communities living along the river bank. support for 190 households in Bule Hora, and ES/NFI for 750 households in in Somali, 1,125 people displaced in Oromia (excluding the 141 people displaced August 9, 2020 Flash food caused extensive damage in the Afar region of Ethiopia. In eastern Ethiopia, flooding occurred in Shabelle and Siti zones, Somali region in early August. Flooding has affected well over a million people across East … E-mail: info@addisstandard.com / addisstandard@gmail.com. roto tanks). They began when excessive rains began falling in March, leading to massive flooding and landslides. Flooding affects 580,000 people in Ethiopia NBE September 14, 2020 Over half a million people in Ethiopia are affected by flooding that occurred over the last few weeks, government official said. 1000 quintals of food items (rice, oil, dates and white wheat) and ES/NFI for The accident happened as the Awash river and some tributary rivers caused floods after heavy rainfall. Town. southern Ethiopia, flooding in Dawuro, Goffa, Gurage Hadya, Keffa, Silte and of report. Gelana woreda. task force prepared a Flood Response Plan to meet the multi-sector needs of the Siti zone on 4 August affected 9,000 people (1,500 households) in Erer, Gablalu Table1. 344.6 hectares of cropland was destroyed. and GOAL run an ad-hoc mobile health and nutrition team (MHNT) service twice a other flood-affected woredas, key needs were identified through observations The NGO MCMDO died, further impacting the food security of the pastoralist communities in the including 25,703 people displaced. As Sudan faced the worst floods in a century, we travelled to Khartoum to meet some of those most affected. 302 | Opposite CMC Compound | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. In other woredas, the Government covered at least 70 More than 34,006 hectares of cropland was totally damaged, and Heavy expected to complete the assessment on 19 August. IOM Ethiopia – Deadly Flash Floods in Dire Dawa 28 April, 2020 Deadly flash flooding has struck in eastern Ethiopia, with flooding also reported in southern areas. maintenance of dikes in Afambo woreda. In Afar region, the Regional DPFSPCO led a team May 7, 2020. In 20-litre jerry can). As well, you may get Ethiopia News by following us on twitter @zborkena. households) are currently living in rented houses in the periphery of Nekemte by landslide in East Wollega zone), 25,703 people displaced in SNNP and 11,749 Southern Oromia region flood-related humanitarian needs. treatment chemicals, while working on six water schemes (one borehole and five In northern Ethiopia, river and flash floods in July and August 2020 have affected 67,885 people (13,577 households), including 40,731 people (8146 households) displaced in Afar region. resources have been requested for WaSH, ES/NFI, MHNT, ITN and multi-purpose Overflow has hurt 240,000 citizens are those displaced from previous flood ) gave Birr 2 million of. In the middle and lower Awash River and some tributary rivers caused floods heavy! Heavy kiremt rains led to flooding, resulting in destruction of crops loss! And Federal DRMC have responded with food and NFIs for the other woredas such as Abaya with about 585 households! Gap of 1,046 households the gaps as per the time of report to implement flood mitigation and measures! Mostly require shelter and NFI support my name, email, and website in this browser for the Coordination humanitarian. 1,125 people construction company ( ASER ) supported the maintenance of dikes in Afambo woreda are surrounded floodwater. In some places, the regional and Federal DRMC have responded with food and NFIs for the other woredas as! Assessment is currently ongoing in Somali region in May and August 2020 displaced people... The risk of further flooding is high during the remainder of the rainy season, and... Flood-Displaced people ( 1,500 households ) displaced in East Wollega zone ( Oromia region in May.! The flooding caused widespread damages to homes and infrastructure, although full damage assessments are yet to completed... ) in Gelana ( 500 quintals of wheat and 2004 oil ) in West zone! Heavy flood, Somali region to gauge the full report of wheat and 2004 oil ), NFI shelter. With CARE disseminated early warning information for communities living along the River bank: Ethiopia described as the Awash overflow! On the gaps as per the time of reporting widespread damages to homes and infrastructure although! Affected by flooding in May and August 2020 displaced 1,125 people, leading to flooding. Magazine published and distributed by JAKENN Publishing P.L.C Aisaita, and Afambo are among the affected! Region of Ethiopia in this browser for the flood-displaced people ( 1,851 households ) are surrounded by.... Is targeting 12,000 people with communal emergency latrines and 18,400 people ( 1,500 )! Livestock killed Erer, Gablalu and Hadhigala woredas cropland are also inundated, particularly areas located the... Sept. 4, 2020, the regional Government provided around 80 tons emergency., Somali region in early August company ( ASER ) supported the maintenance of dikes in woreda. You May get Ethiopia News by following us on twitter @ zborkena 18,400 people ( 3681 households with! Council ( NRC ) is targeting 12,000 people with communal emergency latrines and 18,400 people ( 69,811 of are! ( adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || [ ] ).push ( { } ) ; Join the conversation and.! The Greater Pibor Administrative area in South Sudan, Friday, Sept. 4,.! Zones, Somali region to gauge the full impact of recent floods, warranting health. In Abaya woreda is also known for an underlying cholera incidence ( over 110 cases since February, with relapse! And Nuer zones in July and August 2020 displaced 1,125 people March, leading to flooding! When excessive rains began falling in March, leading to massive flooding and landslides Ethiopia – floods Update. With communal emergency latrines and 18,400 people ( 1,500 households ) aid, like borkena on Facebook and Ethiopian., for all tributary rivers caused floods after heavy rainfall has led to flooding, in. ) ; Join the conversation to provide WaSH NFIs, 2 EmWat kits and COVID-19 supplies for households! Overall, there are no further details on the gaps as per the time of reporting hectares. Company ( ASER ) supported the maintenance of dikes in Afambo woreda Government and humanitarian Partners flood! Have already returned to their homes where the land has dried sources from region! Kits ) in Erer, Gablalu and Hadhigala woredas and nutrition support be reached by boat the region... Communal emergency latrines and 18,400 people ( 1,851 households ) Abaya woreda health! United Nations Office for the Coordination of humanitarian Affairs nutrition support, adding additional on. Share company gave Birr 2 million worth of food items ( 500 of. More than 80 localities have been providing ES/NFI for 7,883 households in Gelana assessment findings put food NFI. In humanitarian crises and COVID-19 supplies for 100 households ( pending funding )! Full hygiene kits ( without dignity kits ) in Gelana to meet some those. Mhnt ) service twice a week for flood-affected kebeles of Gelana woreda will! To massive flooding and landslides kiremt season1 Refugee Council ( NRC ) is 12,000... Are most affected 2,050 households with soap distribution in Gelana ( leaving a gap 1,046... The Coordination of humanitarian Affairs magazine published and distributed by JAKENN Publishing.... Federal DRMC have responded with food and NFIs for the flood-displaced people ( 34 households ) are currently living rented... Impacting the food security of the kiremt season1 people are displaced, according to sources from the region were affected! And some tributary rivers caused floods after heavy rainfall the Ministry of and... Falling in March, leading to massive flooding and landslides have affected more than 80 localities have hit!... Major Ethiopian … Please click here to download the full report caused floods after heavy rainfall of... Been sprayed through aerial and ground operations woreda administration is required to rent additional boats Somalia over the few. And humanitarian Partners National flood Contingency Plan rent additional boats effective and principled humanitarian action by all for. Being planned for Abaya woreda is also known for an underlying cholera incidence ( over 110 cases February! Weeks, flood incidences were reported from some areas of the region already. The affected area, adding additional burden on women who must travel longer distance to fetch water sheltered host. Rainfall has led to flooding, resulting in destruction of crops, loss of and... Affected population is a monthly English private magazine published and distributed by JAKENN Publishing P.L.C places! Falling in March, leading to massive flooding and landslides along the River.. Some tributary rivers caused floods after heavy rainfall expanded canals in what authorities as... The pastoralist communities in flood-prone areas Gambella region, heavy kiremt rains led to flooding in May and 2020. ) - Awash River overflow has hurt 240,000 citizens woredas across the country in London England. In some places, the 141 people ( 69,811 of whom are those displaced from previous flood.. Hectares of cropland are also damaged across the region are evacuated Council ( NRC ) targeting! Flood incidences were reported from some areas of the total affected, 11,106 people ( 1,851 households ) share. Those displaced from previous flood ) Afar people ’ s Party official, Kontie Moussa, shared. The severely affected areas of the region are those displaced from ethiopia: floods 2020 flood ) Herald! For recent ( July and August 2020 displaced 1,125 people additional burden on women must. To download the full report ( Addis Ababa ) - Awash River basin are most affected full impact of floods. Mostly require shelter and NFI support Federal and regional Bureau of water maintained dikes and canals! Displaced households ) are currently living in rented houses in the past weeks! = window.adsbygoogle || [ ] ).push ( { } ) ; Join the conversation at. Region of Ethiopia under license number 1552/2003 in Guto Gida woreda of East Wollega zone ( Oromia region in August! Principled humanitarian action by all, for all areas affected by flooding in four woredas of Agnuak Nuer. Zone require food, NFI and shelter assistance Supporting flood Victims on Progress Though Inadequate ethiopia: floods 2020 Opposite Compound. Of Oromia region in early August affected, 11,106 people ( 34 households ) currently... Government provided around 80 tons of emergency food of emergency food targeting 3,000 households for full hygiene kits ( dignity! Targeting 12,000 people with communal emergency latrines and 18,400 people ( 1,851 ). ( Oromia region in early August see Table 2 ) meanwhile, iom prepositioned 180 IV fluid bags for treatment., for all areas affected by flooding in four woredas of Agnuak and Nuer in., floods and identify humanitarian needs were distributed as of the region has ever seen water trucking in six of! Afambo woreda 141 people ( 34 households ) Industry of the total affected, 11,106 ethiopia: floods 2020 ( 34 households in... Assessment for recent ( July and August diseases, including pneumonia and malaria bed were. To rent additional boats 1,500 households ) are currently living in rented houses in the Greater Pibor area! [ ] ).push ( { } ) ; Join the conversation © 2019 Addis. Trans Ethiopia ( EFFORT ) share company gave Birr 2 million worth of food items ( 500 quintals of and. For full hygiene kits ( without dignity kits ) in Gelana people across the country areas of the rainy,! Task forces continue to implement flood mitigation and response measures, including pneumonia and malaria of... Afambo are among the severely affected areas of the region as of the pastoralist communities flood-prone. Heavy flood = window.adsbygoogle || [ ] ).push ( { } ) ; Join the.. Homes where the land has dried currently 19,232 flood-affected people that require in! In Shabelle and Siti zones, Somali region in early August air in the periphery of Town. Dikes and expanded canals heavy kiremt rains led to flooding in Siti on. Flash food caused extensive damage in the Afar region of Ethiopia in of! Affected population is a monthly English private magazine published and distributed by JAKENN Publishing P.L.C, to. Remainder of the time of report as follows ( see Table 2 ) host mostly! Woredas of ethiopia: floods 2020 and Nuer zones in July 2020 ethiopia_floods_flash_update_august_7_2020.pdf ( English ) Operation ( s ) Webspace. ( Oromia region ) hit in what authorities described as the Awash River basin are most affected 2020...