Flooding in Yemen killed at least 33 people and destroyed more than 200 houses, according to officials from the country’s Meteorology Center. The torrential rains hit on July 29, 2023, triggering floods that devastated communities in several provinces. Hadramout province was among the hardest hit, where at least nine people were killed and over 100 homes were destroyed.
In Al Mahrah province, the rains caused flash floods that swept away cars and destroyed homes. At least 12 people were killed in the province, and roads and bridges were damaged, cutting off access to some communities. Officials are still assessing the full extent of the damage, but they fear that the death toll could rise as rescue workers reach remote areas.
The floods also caused widespread damage to infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and water systems. The rains also triggered landslides, which blocked roads and damaged homes. The Yemeni government has deployed emergency teams to the affected areas to provide assistance to the victims of the floods.
The floods are the latest in a series of natural disasters to hit Yemen, which is already grappling with a humanitarian crisis caused by the ongoing civil war. The country is home to millions of displaced people, who are particularly vulnerable to the effects of natural disasters.
Climate change and flooding in Yemen
Climate change is likely to make flooding in Yemen more frequent and severe. The country is already one of the most water-stressed in the world, and rising temperatures are causing glaciers to melt and sea levels to rise. This is increasing the risk of flooding in coastal areas and along rivers.
Flooding can have a devastating impact on communities, causing loss of life, damage to property, and displacement of people. It can also lead to the spread of diseases and the contamination of water supplies. Climate change is increasing the risk of flooding around the world, and Yemen is one of the countries that is most vulnerable to its effects.
How to help
There are a number of ways to help the people of Yemen who have been affected by the floods. You can donate to a reputable aid organization, or you can contact your local government to see if there are any relief efforts underway. You can also raise awareness of the situation in Yemen by sharing information on social media and talking to your friends and family.
Comments