Appeal history:
11 August 2015: An Emergency Appeal was issued on a preliminary basis for CHF 3,891,747 to support 58,000 people (some 11,600 households) over a period of 12 months.
4 August 2105: A Disaster Relief Emergency Fund (DREF) of CHF 298,471 was allocated to support the National Society in its initial response.
This operation update provides an overview of the situation, progress made in relief and operational challenges.
Revision of the emergency plan of action will be conducted at the end of October
Summary:
The torrential rains in Myanmar that started in midJuly 2015 have caused floods and landslides that have resulted in loss of lives, widespread displacement and loss of livelihoods. This was worsened by Cyclone Komen, which eventually made landfall in Bangladesh, which was sitting off the coast of western Myanmar bringing with it strong winds and further heavy rains. Of the 14 states in Myanmar, 12 have been affected.
As of 4 October, the NNDMC reports that 1,676,086 people have been temporarily displaced by floods and landslides in July and August. The majority of these people have since returned to their homes as flood waters have receded in most areas. A total of 132 people died: 125 during July and August, and 7 in June. Affected areas have suffered MMK 231.3 billion (US$ 192.8 million) in direct economic losses.
Additionally, 487,550 houses were damaged by flooding and 38,951 houses were destroyed. A total of 1,146,275 acres of farmland were damaged, of which 872,667 acres were destroyed; 494,892 acres have since been re-cultivated. The greatest number of destroyed houses is in Ayeyarwardy (19,114) and the greatest amount of destroyed farmland is in Rakhine (273,154 acres). Though communications have been re-established, few affected areas remain cut-off as they are affected by flood waters flowing south. Some areas in Sagaing state are still cut off, new rains swept away five bridges in Kalay area and Tamu area. Further, access to remote areas is still limited due to mud and sediments, hampering assessments and relief efforts.