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Southern Gaza Floods Displaced Families Amid Dire Conditions

11/19/2025

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Heavy rainfall in southern Gaza has worsened living conditions for displaced families as tents flood.
Hussein Owada says the situation is hopeless, stating, "With zero resources, planning is meaningless."
Despite a cease-fire, about 1.5 million people lack basic shelter and utilities.
The U.N. reports 81% of Gaza structures are damaged or destroyed, with costs at $70 billion.
Maha Aloul's family faces ongoing challenges, including high costs for basic necessities.

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Story summary

Heavy rainfall in southern Gaza has worsened living conditions for displaced families as tents flood.
Hussein Owada says the situation is hopeless, stating, "With zero resources, planning is meaningless."
Despite a cease-fire, about 1.5 million people lack basic shelter and utilities.
The U.N. reports 81% of Gaza structures are damaged or destroyed, with costs at $70 billion.
Maha Aloul's family faces ongoing challenges, including high costs for basic necessities.