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Severe Flooding in Gaza Leaves Families Struggling for Shelter

11/26/2025

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Severe flooding in Deir al-Balah, Gaza Strip, leaves families in dire conditions as floodwaters reach 40 to 50 centimeters.
Humanitarian agencies warn shelter supplies are inadequate, and many displaced people live in tents that are deteriorating.
The Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) reports over 250,000 tarpaulins and 11,000 tents have entered Gaza recently, but aid distribution remains slow.
Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violations, and hostages' remains continue to be exchanged despite adverse weather.

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Story summary

Severe flooding in Deir al-Balah, Gaza Strip, leaves families in dire conditions as floodwaters reach 40 to 50 centimeters.
Humanitarian agencies warn shelter supplies are inadequate, and many displaced people live in tents that are deteriorating.
The Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) reports over 250,000 tarpaulins and 11,000 tents have entered Gaza recently, but aid distribution remains slow.
Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violations, and hostages' remains continue to be exchanged despite adverse weather.