However, the port has not been flooded. Areas flooded are farmlands and livestock fields. Sand sedimentation that affects routes of navigation has been observed. The Crisis Committee is tasked to continue monitoring the water level from now till the end of December. National Response 5.
Relief operation is now underway.
To assist the Crisis Committee in a short term and a long term. OCHA has drawn a computerized map with information on population, geological features including inundated areas, administrative communes, and water supply modes and locations. OCHA is prepared to serve, as a channel for cash contributions for the immediate relief needs. Funds channeled through OCHA will be spent in coordination with the relevant organizations of the UN system and OCHA will provide written confirmation of their use. Funds should be transferred to OCHA Account No.