Flood Damage and Recovery in Eastern Cape, South Africa

ongoing recovery and damage assessment

Heavy rains and strong winds caused a river to burst its banks in the Eastern Cape province, submerging homes and toppling make-shift dwellings. The disaster affected more than 3,000 houses, damaged infrastructure including at least 20 health facilities, and displaced at least 600 people. Rescue teams are conducting door-to-door searches for survivors and bodies. The government and disaster response charities are providing assistance and urging evacuation due to fragile homes and contaminated food.