El Nino-Exacerbated Flooding Devastates Somalia

State of emergency declared as severe weather forces mass displacement and claims at least 53 lives.

El Nino-exacerbated rainfall has caused severe flooding in Somalia, particularly affecting the densely populated town of Beledweyne where the Shabelle River has burst its banks.
The flooding has forced an estimated 250,000 people, or 90% of Beledweyne’s population, out of their homes, with many seeking refuge in displacement camps.
Somalia’s federal government declared a state of emergency in October after the extreme weather destroyed homes, roads, and bridges.
At least 53 people have been confirmed killed by the flooding across Somalia, and the situation is described as grave by the Somalia Disaster Management Agency.
Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has called for international support, stating that the government is doing its best but needs more assistance.