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UN warns floods and blocked aid have worsened Gaza shelter crisis
Summary
The UN says intense rains flooded hundreds of tents in Gaza, leaving thousands of displaced families exposed; partners distributed thousands of tents, blankets and tarpaulins but millions of shelter items remain held at crossings awaiting approval to enter Gaza.
The United Nations told reporters that intense rains have flooded hundreds of tents and makeshift shelters across Gaza, leaving thousands of displaced families exposed to harsh weather and heightened health and protection risks. "We fear that thousands of displaced families are now left fully exposed to the harsh weather elements," Spokesperson Stefan Dujarric said.
UN and NGO partners have been deploying rapid response teams. Dujarric said roughly 1,000 tents were distributed in Dair al-Balah and…
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