Gaza is facing severe hardship as rains flood the region, worsening conditions for displaced families. The enclave, home to 2 million people, was heavily damaged during Israel’s two-year war. Many residents now live in tents and temporary shelters.
A ceasefire has largely held since mid-October, but Gaza’s infrastructure remains destroyed. Basic services like electricity, water, and sanitation are limited. “This suffering, this rain – and the low-pressure weather systems haven’t even started yet. It’s only the beginning of winter, and we’re already flooded and humiliated,” said Um Ahmed Aowdah, outside her worn-out tent.
Humanitarian agencies report urgent needs. Amjad Al-Shawa, head of the Palestinian NGOs Network, said at least 300,000 new tents are required to shelter roughly 1.5 million displaced people. Many existing tents are over two years old and unable to withstand heavy rainfall.
The Palestinian Civil Defence Service confirmed that thousands of tents were damaged or submerged as rains flood homes. In some areas, water levels rose 40 to 50 centimeters, washing away tents and forcing a field hospital to suspend operations.
The United Nations is working to bring winter supplies into Gaza, but the number of trucks allowed in is limited by Israeli restrictions. Hamas-led authorities claim aid is insufficient despite ceasefire promises. Israel maintains it is complying with the truce and that aid distribution has been slow due to inefficiencies.
Residents continue to face dangerous conditions as winter progresses. With inadequate shelter and limited aid, families are at high risk of further harm as rains flood living areas across the coastal enclave. Humanitarian groups call for immediate support to prevent a worsening crisis.
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