Severe Drought Crisis in Djibouti - March 2022
DroughtDisaster Overview
drinking water, non-perishable food items, nutritional supplements, first aid kits, medicines, hygiene supplies, bedding, clothing, livestock feed, fuel for cooking
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Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment
The drought has led to significant adverse effects on Djibouti's rural populations:
- High food insecurity affecting approximately 132,000 people, or 11% of the population
- Severe malnutrition rates, almost double from the previous year in certain areas
- Depletion of livestock assets and loss of milk production
- Projected increase in food insecurity to 16% of the population by December 2022
How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help
To cope with the drought, individuals should:
- Seek out local aid organizations for food and water distribution
- Conserve water and use it efficiently
- Monitor livestock health closely and seek veterinary help promptly
- Avoid consuming contaminated water sources
- Relocate to community shelters if available and necessary
Immediate help can be sought from local authorities and aid organizations like IFRC and ECHO.
Emergency Kit Preparation Tips
Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can customize an emergency guide based on your location, family composition, and housing type to ensure your and your family's safety during disasters or emergencies. Click "Emergency Preparation Guide Example" to see the services you can receive.
Prepare an emergency kit that includes:
- Non-perishable food items
- Large containers of clean water
- Basic medical supplies
- Portable water filters or purification tablets
- Important documents in a waterproof container
- Battery-powered radio
- First aid kit
- High-energy foods like nuts and granola bars
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