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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.
Palestinian authorities say more than 74,000 people have been killed in Gaza since Israel began its assault on the territory.
“We call on the leadership of the current Government of Israel to act immediately to authorise and facilitate the entry of all necessary winterisation and humanitarian supplies,” it said.
The Board of Peace also called on Hamas to abide by commitments under the ceasefire.
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The United Nations states that Israeli policies contributed to the deadly impact of a winter storm in Gaza by restricting the amount of aid allowed into the territory. The report highlights that the storms have left thousands of already displaced Palestinians homeless and caused significant destruction. The UN's specific angle is that these deaths and damages could have been prevented if Israel had permitted…
UN says Israeli policies worsened deadly impact of Gaza winter storm →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 storyIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied accusations that Israel is delaying winter supplies to Gaza amid severe rainstorms. The U.S.-created Board of Peace accused Israel of exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where four people died and many tents were damaged by floods on November 8, 2026. Netanyahu blamed Hamas for the suffering, claiming the group refuses disarmament and misuses aid supplies…
Netanyahu dismisses claims that Israel blocking supplies to Gaza →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 →The US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace has criticized Israel's response to flooding in Gaza as insufficient, calling for immediate entry of humanitarian supplies into the region. The board highlights that around 1.4 million people are displaced and living in tents or makeshift shelters due to recent floods. In contrast, Israel claims it has already provided tens of thousands of tents and trucks with winter…
Board of Peace says Israel's aid response after Gaza floods 'insufficent' →In Gaza, severe storms have left tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians in damaged or destroyed tents, leading to health risks and potential fatalities. At least four people, including children, died due to the harsh weather conditions. Aid agencies report that 150,000 new shelters are waiting for Israeli approval to enter Gaza, while over 940,000 people remain at risk of flooding in makeshift accommodations…
Thousands without shelter face lethal conditions in storm-hit Gaza as they wait for 150,000 tents →Show 3 more outlets
International organizations and President Trump’s Board of Peace have criticized Israel for restricting access to humanitarian aid in Gaza amid severe storm conditions. Approximately two-thirds of Gaza's population, living in tents due to displacement from past conflicts, face flooding as a result of recent storms. Aid agencies claim that 150,000 additional shelters are blocked from entering Gaza pending Israeli…
Aid agencies criticize Israel over Gaza conditions →In Gaza, the first heavy rains of the winter season have caused flooding in tent camps, damaging over 40,000 tents and leaving more than 200,000 people without safe shelter. The UN has called for 150,000 tents to be allowed into Gaza, but Israel is hesitant, citing concerns that Hamas may misuse aid. Palestinians are scavenging materials from destroyed buildings to reinforce their shelters, yet many still face…
Gazans desperate to create shelter from rubble in 'miserable' conditions →Heavy rain and falling temperatures this autumn have caused flooding that killed at least six people and affected over 200,000 people in Gaza. Local authorities reported that at least 70,000 tents were flooded, while the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs noted that a lack of available space prevents the relocation of those in flooded or war-damaged buildings. This reporting highlights how the…
Humanitarian situation in Gaza worsens amid political deadlock →Analysis
Framing
How the first headlines put it
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Heavy rain inundates shelters for people displaced by war in Gaza
‘Tents don’t protect us’: Rains flood displaced Palestinians in Gaza
PM Shehbaz directs foreign ministry to urgently ‘escalate humanitarian assistance’ for rain-hit Gaza
Words to watch (1)
Gazans desperate to create shelter from rubble in 'miserable' conditions
How it changed
- 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
Palestinian authorities say more than 74,000 people have been killed in Gaza since Israel began its assault on the territory.
- 10 Nov
The Board of Peace, set up by US President Donald Trump, was established in 2025 when Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hamas agreed to a US-brokered truce.
- 13 Nov
On Monday, the Board of Peace issued a statement saying that Israel's steps to improve the humanitarian situation ahead of the coming winter remain insufficient.
Coverage 17 articles
14 Nov UN says Israeli policies worsened deadly impact of Gaza winter stormThe United Nations states that Israeli policies contributed to the deadly impact of a winter storm in Gaza by restricting the amount of aid allowed into the territory. The report highlights that the storms have left thousands of already displaced Palestinians homeless and caused significant destruction. The UN's specific angle is that these deaths and damages could have been prevented if Israel had permitted…Al Jazeera
13 Nov Humanitarian situation in Gaza worsens amid political deadlockHeavy rain and falling temperatures this autumn have caused flooding that killed at least six people and affected over 200,000 people in Gaza. Local authorities reported that at least 70,000 tents were flooded, while the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs noted that a lack of available space prevents the relocation of those in flooded or war-damaged buildings. This reporting highlights how the…Deutsche Welle13 Nov Gazans desperate to create shelter from rubble in 'miserable' conditionsIn Gaza, the first heavy rains of the winter season have caused flooding in tent camps, damaging over 40,000 tents and leaving more than 200,000 people without safe shelter. The UN has called for 150,000 tents to be allowed into Gaza, but Israel is hesitant, citing concerns that Hamas may misuse aid. Palestinians are scavenging materials from destroyed buildings to reinforce their shelters, yet many still face…ABC News (AU)
11 Nov As Gaza floods subside, Palestinians assess human and material damageGaza is recovering from severe flooding caused by recent storms, which have affected 106,000 people according to UNICEF. In Deir el-Balah, a sandbank collapsed during heavy rain on Sunday evening, resulting in four deaths including three children and one pregnant woman. Residents used basic tools like flashlights on mobile phones to search for survivors but were unable to save everyone due to the overwhelming scale…Al Jazeera
11 Nov Netanyahu dismisses claims that Israel blocking supplies to GazaIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied accusations that Israel is delaying winter supplies to Gaza amid severe rainstorms. The U.S.-created Board of Peace accused Israel of exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where four people died and many tents were damaged by floods on November 8, 2026. Netanyahu blamed Hamas for the suffering, claiming the group refuses disarmament and misuses aid supplies…The Hindu
11 Nov Aid agencies criticize Israel over Gaza conditionsInternational organizations and President Trump’s Board of Peace have criticized Israel for restricting access to humanitarian aid in Gaza amid severe storm conditions. Approximately two-thirds of Gaza's population, living in tents due to displacement from past conflicts, face flooding as a result of recent storms. Aid agencies claim that 150,000 additional shelters are blocked from entering Gaza pending Israeli…Semafor
11 Nov Gaza’s infrastructure collapse leaves residents defenceless against floodsHeavy rain in Gaza has exacerbated flooding due to severe damage from Israel’s military actions since October 2023. Approximately 70,000 tents housing around 350,000 people have been submerged or damaged by floodwaters reaching up to 1.5 meters high. The Gaza City municipality struggles with a shortage of equipment and fuel, having lost about 85% of its fleet during the war, leaving it ill-prepared to manage the…Al Jazeera
11 Nov Thousands without shelter face lethal conditions in storm-hit Gaza as they wait for 150,000 tentsIn Gaza, severe storms have left tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians in damaged or destroyed tents, leading to health risks and potential fatalities. At least four people, including children, died due to the harsh weather conditions. Aid agencies report that 150,000 new shelters are waiting for Israeli approval to enter Gaza, while over 940,000 people remain at risk of flooding in makeshift accommodations…The Guardian
10 Nov Board of Peace says Israel's aid response after Gaza floods 'insufficent'The US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace has criticized Israel's response to flooding in Gaza as insufficient, calling for immediate entry of humanitarian supplies into the region. The board highlights that around 1.4 million people are displaced and living in tents or makeshift shelters due to recent floods. In contrast, Israel claims it has already provided tens of thousands of tents and trucks with winter…BBC- 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
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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 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 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
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