Gambia experiences worst floods in nearly half a century

Gambia experiences worst floods in nearly half a century

The flash floods that hit most of Gamia on July 30 and 31 and on August 5 and 6, 2022, have been the worst that have hit the Gambia in nearly half a century. The worst affected were the West Coast Region, North Bank Region and the Greater Banjul Area.

Severe windstorm hits Gambia’s capital Banjul

Severe windstorm hits Gambia’s capital Banjul

A severe windstorm hit Gambia's western region, including the capital Banjul on July 8, 2021. The storm hit around midnight (local time), destroying scores of homes in some of the country's western outskirts and leaving at least 10 people dead. 1 500 people…