Flood in Botswana
In late February 2025, Botswana faced significant flooding following several days of sustained heavy rainfall. The resulting inundation impacted various regions, with the capital city, Gaborone, and its surrounding districts being among the hardest hit.
Authorities noted that challenges related to urban drainage infrastructure may have contributed to water accumulation in some of the most affected low-lying areas.
The overflow of a local dam in Gaborone led to considerable disruptions, including damage to homes and businesses and the temporary displacement of residents. In response, officials suspended school operations and closed certain roads as precautionary measures.
Reports indicated that seven individuals lost their lives.
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- Tipo de evento
- Inundación
- Ubicación del evento
- Botswana
- Fecha de activación de la Carta
- 2025-02-24
- Hora de activación de la Carta
- 12:08
- Zona horaria de activación de la Carta
- UTC+07:00
- Solicitante de carta
- UNOSAT on behalf of United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA
- ID de activación
- 945
- Gestión de proyectos
- Jakrapong Tawala (UNITAR)
- Valor agregado
- Eric Allen Jr. (United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs),
- Alexandre Mello (INPE)