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Event Date : 2024-07

Severe Flooding Devastates Tanzania in Early 2016

Flood

Disaster Overview

Disaster type: Flood
Disaster-Affected People: 58666
Affected Countries/Regions: Tanzania
Suggested Emergency Supplies List:

clean drinking water, non-perishable food items, first aid supplies, clothing and bedding, flashlights and batteries, personal hygiene products, emergency communication devices, portable cooking equipment, shelter materials (tents, tarps), water purification tablets

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Disaster Overview : In early 2016, significant flooding occurred in Tanzania, notably in the Dodoma Municipality and Bahi district during January, and the Rufiji district in February. Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds devastated these regions, displacing thousands and rendering numerous families homeless. The most affected areas included Chamwino Ikulu, Chimendeli, Mpunguzi, Mlowa, Nghulugano, Chikola, Kinonduli, Ligwa, Chemichemi, Chumbi, Ikwiriri, Kiongoloni, Kipugira, Maparoni, Mgomba, Mkongo, Msala, Mtunda, Mwaseni, Muhoro, Ngorongo, Umwe, and Utete.

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