Heavy Rains and Floods in Central and Southern Mozambique
Heavy rains since mid-December have caused widespread flooding in Gaza, Maputo, and Sofala provinces, with several river basins above alert levels. Over 733,000 people have been affected, by Floods in Mozambique. Gaza is the most affected province. Evacuations are ongoing amid significant risks to health facilities, schools and critical infrastructure. The Government of Mozambique appealed to the United Nations and the international community for search and rescue (including air and road assets), logistical and technical support (civil engineering and disaster management), and overall life