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| EQ-2024-000033-IDN
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Earthquake |
Indonesia |
GDACS - Medium humanitarian impact, magnitude 6.4M tsunami generates 0m |
| TC-2024-000032-MOZ
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Tropical Cyclone |
Mozambique |
TC Filipo: The National Institute for Disaster Management (INGD) report that 48,116 people (8,533 households) were affected in the provinces of Gaza, Inhambane, Maputo and Sofala. Two deaths and 25 people injured have been reported. According to the information available, the most affected area is Maputo city with 25,455 people affected (2 percent of total population). Damage to infrastructure includes 8,000 houses partially/completely damaged, 146 schools (22,442 students) affected along with 51 health centres, 56 electric poles, and 19 roads affected. The highest humanitarian needs are in education, shelter/NFIs, water purification and hygiene kits. Infrastructure reconstruction/rehabilitation needs have also been identified. |
| FL-2024-000031-MWI
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Flood |
Malawi |
Flash floods hit Malawi's Nkhotakota district after incessant rains in the region, leaving affected areas inaccessible by road due to widespread damage to infrastructure. The floods left six people dead and has displaced thousands of others in Malawi's central region last week. Torrential rains also affected Karonga district in northern region. This development comes a year after Cyclone Freddy ripped through Malawi and neighbouring Mozambique and Madagascar, killing more than 500 people, mostly Malawians. More than 14 000 people have been affected in the latest bout of floods. |
| OT-2024-000029-COD
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Other |
Congo Democratic Republic |
In the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly in North Kivu, a devastating conflict has been ongoing for nearly two years. This conflict has escalated and become increasingly complex, posing unprecedented challenges to the region. The situation is characterized by the presence of numerous armed actors, a large population of internally displaced persons (IDPs), and a significant number of people in need of humanitarian assistance.
Since the conflict began in March 2022, approximately 1.6 million people have been displaced according to UN data. The city of Goma and surrounding areas, notably in Nyiragongo territory, have experienced multiple waves of displacement, with large numbers of people seeking refuge.
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| FL-2024-000027-ARG
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Flood |
Argentina |
In the early hours of 3 March the Capital Department of the Province of Corrientes experienced a deluge of intense and prolonged rainfall, totaling over 300 mm within a span of less than 12 hours. This event set a historical record for the city and resulted in significant impacts in the City of Corrientes, including flooded streets and numerous homes submerged. |
| FL-2024-000026-IDN
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Flood |
Indonesia |
GDACS - Medium in Indonesia |
| CW-2024-000025-AFG
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Cold Wave |
Afghanistan |
Heavy snowfall, rainfall and low temperatures has affected most of Afghanistan resulting in casualties and widespread disruption to services, blocked roads and significant loss of livestock of livestock between February 26 - March 1. The provinces most affected are: Badghis, Badakhshan, Faryab, Jawzjan, Kandahar, Helmand and Sari Pul.
The government has responded to the situation wrought on by the extreme weather events with the establishment of committees to respond to the needs of the population. |
| FL-2024-000024-DZA
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Flood |
Algeria |
On February 29th, 2024, the Wilaya of Jijel experienced significant flooding incidents in two specific areas: the AADL residencies and Al
Ansar Daira. These incidents exacerbated existing challenges caused by recent heavy rainfall.
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| EP-2024-000023-PER
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Epidemic |
Peru |
The accumulation of water from the rains and the high temperatures creates a breeding ground for diseases like dengue fever. In fact, the rise of dengue among the population led the Ministry of Health to declare a Health Emergency on 28 February in 20 regions (Supreme Decree Nº004-2024-SA). As of February 24th, the number of cases reached 34,042, more than two times the number of cases in 2023 (+131.7%). The regions with the most cases are La Libertad (6,148), Piura (5,275), Ica (4,645), Ancash (3,766) and Lima (2,899). Children and adolescents infected with dengue are more than 10,000, representing 29.6% of the infected population and 13.6% of the deaths by dengue (6 out of 44). |
| FL-2024-000022-PER
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Flood |
Peru |
On February 26th, a National State of Emergency Declaration was issued for 60 days, declaring a Level 4 Emergency due to the impact of heavy rains and flooding in 20 regions. As of March 1st, the National Institute of Civil Defense (INDECI) reported 100,551 people affected by the emergencies and 32 dead (including 9 children). More than 42,000 homes, 68 schools and 129 health centers have been affected, are inhabitable or destroyed. |
| FL-2024-000021-BOL
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Flood |
Bolivia |
Heavy rainfall in western Bolivia has resulted in devastating landslides, causing casualties and widespread damage. On 19 February, the National Service of Meteorology and Hydrology (SENAMHI) issued a red alert for three municipalities in La Paz and an orange alert for 279 municipalities across nine departments due to persistent rain and the risk of flooding. |
| FL-2024-000020-PAK
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Flood |
Pakistan |
The government of Balochistan declared a state of emergency in Gwadar and designated it as calamity-stricken following severe damage caused by heavy rainfall in the city.
As per the Meteorological Department's predictions, specific regions, notably Gwadar, have encountered exacerbated conditions due to intense rainfall, leading to floods and subsequent disturbances. On February 27th, 2024, torrential rains triggered flooding in Gwadar, submerging several areas including Gwadar city and Sarabandan. The Commissioner of Makran verified that Gwadar witnessed prolonged heavy rainfall spanning nine hours, resulting in structures collapsing and inundating settlements around Jinnah Avenue. |
| FL-2024-000019-IRN
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Flood |
Iran, Islamic Republic |
The floods hit on 2024-02-26 impacting 16 counties under Blouchestan and Sistan and affected over 10K people |
| DR-2024-000018-ZMB
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Drought |
Zambia |
The dry spell has from mid-January this year affected most of the central and southern half of the country, which has received less than normal rainfall leaving 1 million hectares of maize destroyed, almost half of the country maize cultivation. It is also projected that the drought will lead to a power deficit or 430 Megawatts and affect ground and surface water levels, with severe consequences for sectors beyond agriculture since 80 per cent of Zambia electricity generation comes from hydropower. |
| WF-2024-000017-USA
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Wild fire |
United States |
GDACS - Medium in United States |
| DR-2024-000016-MHL
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Drought |
Marshall Islands |
The islands and atolls have not experienced rainfall since November 2023. Within these atolls, the conditions of individual islands and islets vary. Some islands have not received any rain for the past 3 to 6 months.
According to the recent outlook advisory issued by the National Weather Service and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration(NOAA), drought conditions continue to build across the region with the ongoing dry pattern. Palau and parts of the RMI recently received beneficial rains, but dry weather will ultimately resume with showers remaining suppressed south. El Niño ‘dry phase' is still persistent and thus there will be a high likelihood of many locations experiencing severe to extreme drought |
| FL-2024-000015-ECU
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Flood |
Ecuador |
Heavy rainfall has been affecting northern and western Ecuador, in particular Esmeraldas, Manabí and Los Rios Provinces since 30 January, causing floods that have resulted in population displacement and damage. |
| EP-2024-000014-COM
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Epidemic |
Comoros |
the Comoros Ministry of Health declared a cholera epidemic on Friday, February 2, 2024, at 8 p.m. local time. A Cholera Treatment Center (CTC) has been activated in Samba to treat cholera cases (hospital on the outskirts of Moroni). This has been confirmed by the Dar Es Alam Laboratory and reaffirmed by the Comoros Ministry of Health. |
| DR-2024-000013-COL
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Drought |
Colombia |
On 27 January 2024, by Decree No. 037, the Government of Colombia declared a National Disaster Situation for a period of 12 months, due to the impact of the "El Niño" phenomenon, which is a climate variability phenomenon that occurs every two to seven years due to the warming of the Pacific Ocean |
| EQ-2024-000012-PHL
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Earthquake |
Philippines |
GDACS - Medium humanitarian impact, magnitude 5.8M |
| FL-2024-000011-PHL
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Flood |
Philippines |
On 28 January 2024, the Northeast Monsoon and the Trough of the Low Pressure Area (LPA) affected Mindanao. The trough of the LPA continued to bring light to heavy rains until 02 February 2024. This resulted in flooding and landslide incidents in some areas in Mindanao. On 03 February 2024, 11:00 AM, the Low-Pressure Area (LPA) has dissipated. A total of 14 cities/municipalities were declared under the State of Calamity. |
| WF-2024-000010-CHL
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Wild fire |
Chile |
GDACS - High in Chile |
| FL-2024-000009-COD
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Flood |
Congo Democratic Republic |
In the last few days, heavy rainfall has affected parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), particularly the eastern and southern areas, causing floods and triggering landslides that resulted in casualties and damage. According to media, as of 28 December, 60 fatalities have been reported, of whom 22 were in Kasai-Central Province, 20 in Bukavu City (South Kivu Province) and 20 in Burhinyi Village, 50 km from Bukavu City. Moreover, 16 people are still missing and more than 1,400 houses have been damaged. |
| FL-2024-000008-ZAF
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Flood |
South Africa |
On the 7th of January 2024 to date, storm surge resulted in flooding affected KwaZulu Natal and Free State province. Around 1,226 households, (6,418 people) were affected in Free State and KwaZulu Natal. Severe damages were also reported |
| CW-2024-000007-LBN
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Cold Wave |
Lebanon |
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HT-2024-000056-BGD
Heat Wave,Bangladesh: Based on the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) data source dated 21 April 2024, severe to very severe, heatwave was sweeping some districts of the country where mild-moderate heatwave was sweeping over most of the districts of the country. BDRCS forecast monitoring report indicates maximum temperatures exceeding 38 degrees Celsius, with the heat index surpassing 38 for two or
more consecutive days. global forecasts from sources such as the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) and the Global Forecast System (GFS) predict temperatures to remain above 38 degrees for two or more consecutive days, along with high heat indices in Dhaka starting from April 21, 2024, and like to continue till 30th April 2024.
On 24 April 2024 severe heatwave (>=40 degree Celsius) was observed in the district of Rajshahi, Pabna, Khulna, Bagerhat, Jeshore and Patuakhali. On 26 April 2024, Bangladesh set all-time heatwave record as the Meteorological Office recorded 24 days of heatwave during the month of April breaching previous 23 days of heatwave in 2019.
According to BMD dated on April 27, 2024 severe to very severe heatwave (>=40 degree Celsius) has been observed in the district of Rajshahi, Pabna, Chuadanga, Natore, Chapai Nawabganj, Kushtia, Jhenaidah, Jashore, Meherpur and Bogura. Moderate heat wave (>38- 39.9 degree Celsius) is sweeping over the district of Bagerhat, Satkhira, Barguna, Barishal, Patuakhali, Jhalokathi, Bhola, Pirojpur, Sherpur, Mymensingh, Sirajganj, Tangail, Jamalpur ,Thakurgaon, Joypurhat, Panchagarh, Lalmonirhat, Faridpur, Madaripur, Magura, Manikganj, Rajbari, Gazipur, Gopalganj, Nilphamari, Rangpur, Naogaon, Gaibandha and it may spread. According to the observed heatwave most impacted divisions are Rajshahi, Khulna, Rangpur, Dhaka and Barisal. The fluctuation of day and night temperature is visible, and the discomfort may increase due to of moisture incursion. According to the long-range forecast of ECMWF, the ongoing heatwave is likely to persist in the month of May
FL-2024-000052-NPL
Flood,Nepal: GLOF (Glacial lake outburst flood): After an avalanche fell in Birendra Lake in the Manaslu area of Gorkha, the water flowing from there took the form of a flood.
FL-2024-000053-KGZ
Flood,Kyrgyzstan: It was reported in Osh region due to mudslides, the press service of the Presidential Representation in the region reports. Such a decision was made at a meeting of the headquarters. Head of the region Elchibek Jatanov expressed concern about the situation and emphasized the need for coordinated actions of all structures.
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