Outbreaks of typhoid and malaria have been reported, and four people have died of suspected typhoid. IMC is also monitoring conditions in Belet Weyne District, Hiran Region, but reports are sketchy due to poor radio reception. Earlier this week, reports indicated that the flood situation was worsening with Belet Weyne town cut off from the rest of the district as a result of the breaking of the flood gate. Approximately 600 people are known to have been stranded. Flood waters have reached the offices of the local authorities and the IMC supported Clinic.
Sand bags appear to have little effect in keeping the flood water away.
IMC is concerned that the clinic may have to close.