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"We only ask of Allah SWT" — Rights-Holder in Pakistan As we approach the one year anniversary of the worst flooding that the country has faced, our Board Member, Dr. Arif Pathan reflects on what he witnessed in the aftermath of the floods that affected 33 million people in Pakistan last year. Keep those who have lost their homes, their livelihoods, and their loved ones in your duas 🤲 #Pakistan #pakistanfloods #climatechange #climateemergency

🚨🌧️ #MonsoonSeason hits #Myanmar Over 31,000 people evacuated because of floods in #Kachin state and the Sagaing, Magway, and Mandalay regions up north. Info on #humanitarian needs is limited; homes, roads, and croplands are destroyed or damaged. This disaster likely spikes urgent needs for shelter, non-food items (NFI), and food security. Plus, it's wreaking havoc on access to WASH infrastructure, health services, and local livelihoods. 🌊🏠🚑 #Floods #Crisis #ReliefNeeded 🔍 Dive deeper into the crisis with ACAPS' latest analysis: https://lnkd.in/ea4i4xYm

The situation described is deeply concerning. The heavy rains and severe flooding across East Africa, exacerbated by El Niño, are affecting vulnerable populations significantly, especially those already displaced in countries like Kenya, Burundi, Somalia, and Tanzania. This highlights the urgent need for coordinated disaster response and robust support from both local governments and international organizations. Additionally, it's crucial that African nations receive financial support to mitigate climate change and enhance their resilience against such natural disasters.

One year ago, huge floods in Pakistan destroyed people’s lives. This is #LossAndDamage caused by the #ClimateCrisis. People are in the process of slowly rebuilding their homes and livelihoods, gradually beginning to harvest crops. But communities urgently need more support. This funding must come from those who pollute the most.  We need #ClimateJustice. We need to #MakePollutersPay. Add your voice: bit.ly/42SwKPf

Pakistan faced a climate induced disaster of unprecedented nature in 2022. Countries contributing the least towards the global carbon emissions are the most vulnerable to disasters like these. #ClimateJustice is all what we demand! Add your voice: bit.ly/42SwKPf #BeyondCrisis #HoslayDoobayNahin #LossAndDamage #ClimateCrisis

An interview in ekattor television to talk about flood situation in Bangladesh. At present, water is receding in Teesta Brahmaputra rivers. Considering forecasts from FFWC, BWDB and CWC, there is little chance of floods for the next 7 days. However, we need to be always prepared during monsoon season for any such type of extreme events. https://lnkd.in/gQbVe5c6

Pakistan Flash Floods Update No.2: HIGHLIGHTS Heavy rainfall resulted in 99 deaths (29 Male, 26 Female and 44 Children), 94 injuries (46 Male, 20 Female, 28 Children), 464 damages to schools, and over 3,500 houses being damaged between 12 April and 21 April 2024. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), flooding impact resulted in 63 fatalities, 79 injuries and damage to over 3,200 houses, as well as impacting livestock and property. 194 families (1,211 individuals) were temporarily displaced in the Lower Chitral district of KP Province. In Balochistan, heavy rainfall led to 15 fatalities, 10 injuries, and damage to 345 houses, 3 bridges, and 12 roads. The KP Government released PKR 113 Million to affected districts for death compensation and general relief. #floodsinpakistan #flashfloods #ochapakistan https://bit.ly/3W91Sub

Floods EWS in Ethiopia   #Ethiopia is affected by several hazards mainly drought and floods. And #climatechange is and will continue to increase the number and intensity of extreme weather events leading to more disasters.   Through the years, #PeopleinNeed in Ethiopia has been responding to floods through its emergency programs.   Now, we also want to act before a disaster strikes by supporting Early Warning Systems and #AnticipatoryAction. The last couple of weeks, we have been conducting an assessment to better understand EWS initiatives in country, especially for floods.     Our aim is to support the Ethiopia EWS Roadmap and help to achieve #EW4All and coordinate with existing #EWS initiatives in country.   We presented EWS1294, an initiative developed by People in Need Cambodia (អង្គការ ភីផលអិននិត) that raised great interest among the stakeholders met in Ethiopia.   Thanks to Czech Republic Embassy in Ethiopia and WMO for supporting our assessment by introducing our team to the relevant actors. Photo below: Dasenech community affected by flood in South Omo in October 2023

Currently, there's a mapping task aimed at providing care and support where it's needed most: Since May 10, heavy rainfall has caused flash floods, floods, and mudslides in northern, central, and western Afghanistan. The provinces affected include Baghlan (the worst hit), Badakhshan, Takhar, Ghor, and Herat. According to #UN and media reports as of May 14, there have been over 330 fatalities, with more than 300 in Baghlan province alone. At least 2,000 houses have been damaged, and there is an urgent need for shelter, food, clean water, and medical support. https://lnkd.in/dF-hCjTu #data #openmapping #openstreetmap #hotosm

#GobezEthiopia What causes floods in cities? - which part is nature and which part is l engineering? -- The floods in Awas and Addis are caused by substandard engineering. Good engineering in public works, drainage, and sewer systems. may remove flooding problems.