Deadly flooding in Haiti displaces thousands amid ongoing crises
- At least 42 people have died due to flooding in Haiti caused by torrential rains.
- Over 13,600 homes have been flooded, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate.
- The agriculture sector and crops were heavily damaged, worsening hunger in the impoverished country.
- The floods struck as Haiti faces major humanitarian challenges including gang violence, political instability and food insecurity.
- Haiti has faced numerous natural disasters in recent years,further straining the ability to cope.