A sandstorm is affecting Gaza, worsening the plight of Palestinian displaced persons living in tents after their homes were destroyed by Israeli attacks.
On Friday, Gaza is grappling with a sandstorm that is intensifying the struggles of displaced Palestinians residing in damaged tents. Following two years of Israeli military action, many have lost their homes, and the current storm brings new challenges to their already vulnerable living conditions. Local meteorological reports indicate strong gusts of wind and rising sea conditions, further complicating the situation on the ground.
Meteorologist Leith Al-Aalami highlighted on social media that extensive dust storms are moving from the northern coast of Libya and Egypt toward the east, affecting Palestinian territories. The incoming dust from northeastern African deserts began affecting Gaza from Friday afternoon into the evening, raising alarm among residents about potential health implications, particularly for those with chronic respiratory illnesses.
Residents, especially those suffering from such ailments, fear health complications due to the influx of dust and sand into their temporary living spaces. With the inadequate protection of their tents, these displaced individuals face heightened risks, as the storm exacerbates both their physical living conditions and their health vulnerabilities. The situation underscores the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, compounded by both natural and man-made adversities.
