Flooding Hits Tents in Gaza

Heavy rainfall and strong winds that began on 6 November 2026 flooded thousands of tents sheltering displaced Palestinian families in Gaza. As rainwater entered their tents, bedding, blankets, clothing, and essential belongings were damaged, making already difficult living conditions even worse.

Families in Gaza who lost their homes due to Israeli attacks and are now living in temporary shelters face additional challenges as winter approaches. Following the heavy rainfall, many families are struggling to find dry shelter and access essential supplies.

Thousands of Families Affected by Flooding in Gaza

According to an assessment by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) dated 8 November 2026, requests for assistance were received from more than 26,000 households affected by the rainfall. Initial assessments indicated that over 6,000 family shelters had been destroyed, while 17,400 others were damaged.

The same assessment reported that more than 3,900 households had been left without shelter. Flooded tents and temporary shelters have increased families' need for dry bedding, blankets, clothing, and hygiene supplies.

Damaged infrastructure, insufficient water drainage equipment, and difficulties accessing humanitarian supplies are also complicating relief efforts in the area.

Growing Need for Winter Aid in Gaza

Approximately 1.4 million people in Gaza are living in tents or temporary shelters. Although the rainfall has stopped, many families are still trying to dry their soaked bedding and blankets. Falling nighttime temperatures pose additional risks, particularly for children, older people, and those with health conditions.

Shelter materials, blankets, winter clothing, clean water, food, and hygiene supplies remain among the most urgent needs of families affected by the flooding.

As Hayrat Aid, we continue to deliver hot meals, clean water, bread, food supplies, and other essential assistance to families in need through our ongoing humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza. With winter conditions becoming more severe, we have also launched relief activities to help families protect themselves from the cold.

Support Our Winter Relief Efforts in Gaza

The flooding has further worsened shelter conditions in Gaza, increasing the need for winter assistance. Through our Gaza Winter Aid campaign, we aim to help meet the essential needs of families during the winter months.

Your donation can contribute to supporting families in Gaza as they face difficult winter conditions.

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