Gaza tent camps inundated by winter storms as humanitarian concerns grow

Heavy rainfall and sudden storms have inundated temporary encampments across the Gaza Strip, submerging approximately 70,000 tents sheltering displaced Palestinians. Central and southern areas, including Nuseirat, Deir al-Balah, and Khan Younis, were among the hardest hit, leaving between 700,000 and over one million people without dry shelter as seasonal temperatures drop.

Humanitarian agencies and United Nations representatives warned that around 900,000 individuals face severe risk from cold weather and inadequate sanitation. Palestinian authorities called on the international community to pressure Israel to allow the unrestricted entry of winterization supplies, replacement tents, and critical emergency assistance to avert further loss of life.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, France24, La Repubblica, Tagesschau.