5 Displaced People Killed in Sand Collapse in Central Gaza
Five people, including women and children, died after a sand dune collapsed onto tents housing displaced families in Deir al-Balah, with search efforts still underway.
A tragic incident occurred in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza, when a sand dune collapsed onto tents sheltering displaced individuals.
The Civil Defense in Gaza confirmed the recovery of five bodies, including women and children, following the collapse.
The victims were transported to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing at the site as teams continue to look for other missing persons trapped under the sand.
This incident highlights the dire living conditions faced by displaced people in the Gaza Strip, where they remain vulnerable to various environmental and safety hazards.