Highlights
On 16 September, torrential rains in the Western Area of Sierra Leone caused heavy flooding and extensive damage to homes and property in the capital. Many residents were left without shelter and several fatalities were confirmed.
As of 19 September, there were 5,115 persons registered at the Siaka Stevens National Stadium, including 80 pregnant women, 129 lactating mothers, 88 children under six months, 114 children between seven months and two years, and 331 children in the two to five years bracket.
A number of displaced persons have also sought shelter and assistance at Atouga Stadium. Registration is ongoing, but as of 19 September, there were 5,038 affected persons from 1,092 households, including 52 pregnant women, 82 lactating mothers, 868 children under five. It was reported that out of the 5,038 affected persons, 608 persons slept at the stadium on 19 September.
Situation Update
- It is not yet clear when the response is likely to end since the rains have subsided. It has been indicated in the coordination meeting that the response is planned for the next two weeks and that the government has a plan to relocate people from the slums that have been affected