Gaza Flooding Crisis Kills Five
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The Gaza government media office said on Sunday that at least 70,000 tents had been flooded in the past 12 hours, affecting tens of thousands of displaced people and causing injuries, although no fatalities had been reported.
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Last year’s US-brokered Gaza ceasefire calls for the eventual reconstruction of the territory.
"A sandy embankment collapsed onto tents housing displaced people at a shelter centre south of Deir al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip," said Mahmud Bassal, spokesperson for Gaza's civil defence.
The vast majority of Gaza's 2 million population lives in tent encampments or the ruins of bombed-out buildings, with reconstruction yet to begin following Israel's two-year military assault, launched after the 2023 Hamas attacks on southern Israel.
Video circulated on social media, which Reuters could not immediately verify, showed residents using hammers to break large sandy rocks and others removing sand with shovels before bodies wrapped in blankets and fabric sheeting, stained with blood, were pulled out.
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A severe storm flooded around 70,000 tents in Gaza within 12 hours, killing at least five people and causing approximately $3 million in damage, according to the Gaza Government Media Office. The storm hit over the weekend, leading to more than 2,100 distress calls to Gaza’s Civil Defence by Monday. Israel is blocking much-needed aid, including mobile homes and tents, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis as…
Palestine Weekly: West Bank on fire – and Gaza’s tents under water →6 articles from Al Jazeera on this storyPresident Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” criticized Israel on Monday for not doing enough to help Gaza prepare for winter flooding, which has already caused significant damage. Heavy rains have destroyed tens of thousands of tents and killed at least five people in Gaza, where most residents have been displaced multiple times due to conflict. The Board of Peace noted that despite allowing over 8,200 trucks with…
Trump's 'Board of Peace' says Israel too slow as floods ravage Gaza →3 articles from Dawn on this storyHeavy rain in Gaza on November 8, 2026, caused a sand embankment to collapse onto tents, killing four people including a woman and three children and injuring six others. The incident occurred south of Deir al-Balah, highlighting the precarious living conditions for displaced Palestinians during winter rains. Video footage showed residents struggling to clear rubble while rescuing victims, illustrating the urgent…
Four killed in Gaza as sand embankment collapses on tents →2 articles from The Hindu on this storyThe US-created Board of Peace issued a statement on November 9 warning about an immediate humanitarian emergency in the Gaza Strip due to severe flooding, blaming both Israel and Hamas for not meeting their commitments under a stalled peace process. The organization highlighted that tens of thousands of displaced families are at risk from damaged shelters and unsafe conditions, emphasizing the urgent need for…
Trump’s Board of Peace blames both Israel and Hamas for Gaza emergency →2 articles from The Straits Times on this storyFive people, including three children and two women, died when a sandstone embankment collapsed onto tents housing displaced individuals during heavy rains in Gaza's central region on Sunday. Mahmud Bassal, spokesperson for Gaza’s civil defence, confirmed the incident occurred at a shelter center near Deir al-Balah. The Hamas-run government media office reported that approximately 70,000 tents sheltering thousands…
Storm killed five in Gaza as sandstone slab collapsed onto tents →Heavy rain in Gaza led to a sand embankment collapse on Sunday night, killing four people—three children and one woman—and injuring five others at a displaced families camp south of Deir al-Balah. The Hamas-run health ministry reported the incident, which prompted calls from local authorities for international organizations to provide safer shelters for those displaced by the conflict. Videos showed rescuers using…
Four killed in Gaza after sand embankment collapses onto tents, health ministry says →Show 3 more outlets
Torrential rains in Gaza caused a sand embankment to collapse onto tents on Sunday, resulting in the deaths of one woman and three children aged four, six, and eight. The incident occurred near Deir al-Balah, where displaced families are camped due to ongoing conflict. At least 70,000 tents were flooded after heavy rains began on Saturday, highlighting the precarious living conditions for hundreds of thousands of…
Woman, 3 children killed in Gaza after sand embankment collapses onto tents →Six people died when torrential rain caused sand embankments to collapse on tents in Deir al-Balah, Gaza. About 100,000 others were displaced by severe flooding, with over 70,000 tents flooded overnight. Aid workers warn of rising infectious diseases due to the storm's aftermath and restricted access for relief supplies.
Six killed in Gaza flooding as tents collapse during downpours with 10,000 more displaced →Witnesses described a tragic landslide in Gaza that killed five people, including three members of a family and an eight-year-old child, after heavy rain and high winds caused a sand bank to collapse on tents housing displaced families south of Deir al-Balah. Rescue efforts were hampered by large boulders covering the victims; local residents used tools to dig through rubble in attempts to save those buried alive…
Witnesses recount struggle to save people buried in ‘horrifying’ Gaza landslide →Analysis
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Sohaib Abu Darbali, a witness, said the collapse of the embankment sounded like an explosion.
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Negotiators have failed to agree on terms for Hamas to disarm or for Israel to withdraw its troops, which control about two-thirds of the territory and from which residents have been ordered to leave.
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- 8 Nov
Heavy rain on Saturday (November 7, 2026) flooded tens of thousands of displaced people's tents in war-devastated Gaza, Palestinian authorities said, leaving them without shelter.
- 9 Nov
Last year’s US-brokered Gaza ceasefire calls for the eventual reconstruction of the territory.
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- 10 Nov Palestine Weekly: West Bank on fire – and Gaza’s tents under waterA severe storm flooded around 70,000 tents in Gaza within 12 hours, killing at least five people and causing approximately $3 million in damage, according to the Gaza Government Media Office. The storm hit over the weekend, leading to more than 2,100 distress calls to Gaza’s Civil Defence by Monday. Israel is blocking much-needed aid, including mobile homes and tents, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis as…Al Jazeera
10 Nov Trump’s Board of Peace blames both Israel and Hamas for Gaza emergencyThe US-created Board of Peace issued a statement on November 9 warning about an immediate humanitarian emergency in the Gaza Strip due to severe flooding, blaming both Israel and Hamas for not meeting their commitments under a stalled peace process. The organization highlighted that tens of thousands of displaced families are at risk from damaged shelters and unsafe conditions, emphasizing the urgent need for…The Straits Times
9 Nov How is Gaza coping with another severe winter?Al Jazeera's report focuses on the impact of severe winter weather on Gaza, where over 70,000 tents were flooded within the first day of a major storm. The article highlights that many Palestinians are struggling with damaged shelters due to Israeli restrictions that limit rebuilding efforts. Reporter Hind Khoudary details the current conditions faced by those affected.Al Jazeera
9 Nov Witnesses recount struggle to save people buried in ‘horrifying’ Gaza landslideWitnesses described a tragic landslide in Gaza that killed five people, including three members of a family and an eight-year-old child, after heavy rain and high winds caused a sand bank to collapse on tents housing displaced families south of Deir al-Balah. Rescue efforts were hampered by large boulders covering the victims; local residents used tools to dig through rubble in attempts to save those buried alive…The Guardian
9 Nov Trump's 'Board of Peace' says Israel too slow as floods ravage GazaPresident Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” criticized Israel on Monday for not doing enough to help Gaza prepare for winter flooding, which has already caused significant damage. Heavy rains have destroyed tens of thousands of tents and killed at least five people in Gaza, where most residents have been displaced multiple times due to conflict. The Board of Peace noted that despite allowing over 8,200 trucks with…Dawn
9 Nov Six killed in Gaza flooding as tents collapse during downpours with 10,000 more displacedSix people died when torrential rain caused sand embankments to collapse on tents in Deir al-Balah, Gaza. About 100,000 others were displaced by severe flooding, with over 70,000 tents flooded overnight. Aid workers warn of rising infectious diseases due to the storm's aftermath and restricted access for relief supplies.The Independent
9 Nov Jerusalem Daily: Deadly aftermath of Gaza rainstorm continuesHeavy rain in Gaza led to the collapse of a sand embankment at a displacement camp, resulting in five deaths, including three children. Meanwhile, Gadi Eisenkot comments on Israel's vulnerability as he works to form a new government.Al Jazeera- 9 Nov Woman, 3 children killed in Gaza after sand embankment collapses onto tentsTorrential rains in Gaza caused a sand embankment to collapse onto tents on Sunday, resulting in the deaths of one woman and three children aged four, six, and eight. The incident occurred near Deir al-Balah, where displaced families are camped due to ongoing conflict. At least 70,000 tents were flooded after heavy rains began on Saturday, highlighting the precarious living conditions for hundreds of thousands of…CBC
9 Nov Four killed in Gaza as sand embankment collapses on tentsHeavy rain in Gaza on November 8, 2026, caused a sand embankment to collapse onto tents, killing four people including a woman and three children and injuring six others. The incident occurred south of Deir al-Balah, highlighting the precarious living conditions for displaced Palestinians during winter rains. Video footage showed residents struggling to clear rubble while rescuing victims, illustrating the urgent…The Hindu
9 Nov Four killed in Gaza after sand embankment collapses on to tentsTorrential rain in Gaza caused a sand embankment to collapse on November 9, killing four people including three children and injuring six others when it fell onto tents where they were sleeping. The incident occurred south of Deir al-Balah, highlighting the precarious living conditions for displaced Palestinians during winter months due to ongoing reconstruction delays following Israel's military assault. Video…The Straits Times
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9 Nov Four killed in Gaza after sand embankment collapses onto tents, health ministry saysHeavy rain in Gaza led to a sand embankment collapse on Sunday night, killing four people—three children and one woman—and injuring five others at a displaced families camp south of Deir al-Balah. The Hamas-run health ministry reported the incident, which prompted calls from local authorities for international organizations to provide safer shelters for those displaced by the conflict. Videos showed rescuers using…BBC
9 Nov Storm killed five in Gaza as sandstone slab collapsed onto tentsFive people, including three children and two women, died when a sandstone embankment collapsed onto tents housing displaced individuals during heavy rains in Gaza's central region on Sunday. Mahmud Bassal, spokesperson for Gaza’s civil defence, confirmed the incident occurred at a shelter center near Deir al-Balah. The Hamas-run government media office reported that approximately 70,000 tents sheltering thousands…Euronews
9 Nov Gaza authorities slam global ‘inaction’ after mudslide kills five peopleGaza authorities criticized global indifference after a mudslide killed five displaced people sheltering in tents following heavy rains. The incident occurred when an embankment collapsed onto tents in Deir el-Balah on Sunday, leaving two people missing. Save the Children reported that over half a million children live in critical or catastrophic shelter conditions due to restricted entry of aid materials into Gaza…Al Jazeera
9 Nov PM directs foreign ministry to urgently ‘escalate humanitarian assistance’ for rain-hit GazaPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed Pakistan’s foreign ministry to urgently increase humanitarian assistance for Gaza, where heavy rains have caused flooding that affects at least 70,000 displaced Palestinians. The prime minister posted on X about his directive, condemning Israeli actions as violations of the ceasefire and international law. Palestinian authorities report over 74,000 deaths in Gaza since…Dawn- 9 Nov PM Shehbaz directs foreign ministry to urgently ‘escalate humanitarian assistance’ for rain-hit GazaPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed Pakistan’s foreign ministry on Monday to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza following severe flooding that has impacted over 70,000 displaced Palestinians living in tents. The heavy rains have caused injuries, washed away shelters, and overwhelmed local authorities due to fuel shortages and damaged equipment. PM Shehbaz condemned Israel's actions, stating they violate…Dawn
9 Nov ‘Tents don’t protect us’: Rains flood displaced Palestinians in GazaHeavy rains on Saturday night caused flooding in displaced Palestinian camps in Gaza, particularly affecting thousands of people living in az-Zawayda. More than 70,000 tents were flooded since Friday evening according to the Gaza Government Media Office. The situation is exacerbated by Israel's ongoing blockade, which has prevented the entry of promised mobile homes and most needed tents into Gaza despite a…Al Jazeera
8 Nov Heavy rain inundates shelters for people displaced by war in GazaOn November 7, 2026, heavy rain caused flooding in tens of thousands of tents used as shelters for displaced people in war-torn Gaza. The Hamas-run government media office reported that approximately 70,000 tents were flooded and several walls and roofs collapsed, leading to injuries. Civil defense teams received over 1,500 calls for assistance but operate without adequate resources, prompting an urgent appeal to…The Hindu
8 Nov Deadly sand cliff collapses on displaced families in GazaA sand cliff collapse in Gaza has resulted in at least five deaths, including children, as the debris hit tents where displaced families were staying. The incident occurred on November 8, 2026, with video footage capturing the aftermath of the disaster.Al Jazeera
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