Sand Dune Collapse Kills Displaced People in Deir al-Balah
A sand dune collapse triggered by severe weather has struck tents housing displaced people in western Deir al-Balah, resulting in multiple fatalities.
A tragic incident occurred in the western region of Deir al-Balah, Gaza, as a recent weather depression caused sand dunes to collapse onto tents occupied by displaced individuals.
The Director-General of the Ministry of Health, Munir al-Bursh, confirmed that five people, including children and a woman, lost their lives in the collapse. He noted that rescue teams are facing significant difficulties in their operations.
Al-Bursh warned of an escalating crisis, highlighting that there are two thousand buildings currently at risk of collapse, which pose an immediate threat to the lives of their inhabitants.
Displaced families are enduring dire humanitarian conditions characterized by a severe lack of basic life necessities and the absence of safe alternative shelters.
Emergency crews continue to work under challenging conditions to address the aftermath of this disaster and assist those affected.