Tropical Cyclone “Tej” makes landfall in Yemen

Tropical Cyclone “Tej” makes landfall in Yemen

Tropical cyclone “Tej’ made landfall on Yemen’s southern coast on October 23, 2023, resulting in at least one death and significant infrastructural damage in Al-Mahra Governorate. The cyclone is expected to weaken and dissipate by October 25.

Tropical Cyclone “Tej” to make landfall in Yemen, bringing extremely heavy rain and significant storm surge

Tropical Cyclone “Tej” to make landfall in Yemen, bringing extremely heavy rain and significant storm surge

The Very Severe Cyclonic Storm “Tej” has slightly weakened but still poses a significant threat to the coasts of Yemen and Oman. Tej is expected to make landfall near Al Ghaidah, Yemen, between 18:00 and 21:00 UTC today, bringing extremely heavy rains, wind speeds of 125 – 135 km/h (77.6 – 83.9 mph), gusting to 150 km/h (93.2 mph), and significant storm surge.

Severe flooding in Yemen impacted over 165 000 people, exacerbating the displacement crisis

Severe flooding in Yemen impacted over 165 000 people, exacerbating the displacement crisis

More than 165 000 people across more than 70 districts of Yemen were impacted by widespread flooding over the past couple of months, leading to loss of life and significant damage to shelters, crops, and infrastructure. The already vulnerable internally displaced persons (IDP) find themselves further distressed as their shelters and belongings have been swept away by the floods, forcing them into yet another round of displacements.

At least 14 fatalities as heavy rainfall hits Yemen

At least 14 fatalities as heavy rainfall hits Yemen

At least 14 people have died and 3 remain missing after heavy rainfall hit parts of Yemen over the last couple of days. The worst affected were Sanaa and Dhamar governorates in central-western Yemen.

Unseasonal rainstorms hit Yemen, claiming at least 14 lives

Unseasonal rainstorms hit Yemen, claiming at least 14 lives

At least 14 people have been killed over the past couple of days after unseasonal rainstorms hit the majority of Yemen's southern governorates. At least 1 000 households are in need of basic services, including at least 90 families in the Marib area and 400 in…

Heavy downpours bring hail and flooding to Saudi Arabia and Yemen

Heavy downpours bring hail and flooding to Saudi Arabia and Yemen

Severe weather struck Saudi Arabia and Yemen last week, with flooding and hail reported in some areas. On Thursday, June 17, 2021, three people died in Al-Shamaitin after being swept away by floodwaters. On Friday, June 18, the Taif region was lashed by hailstorms…

Severe flooding hits Yemen, leaving at least 13 people dead

Severe flooding hits Yemen, leaving at least 13 people dead

At least 13 people have been killed after heavy seasonal rain hit Yemen on Saturday, May 1, 2021, resulting in fatalities and damage. The authorities are warning residents to stay away from flood ducts in affected areas and take necessary precautions. Yemeni…

20 people dead, 1 000 displaced as persistent heavy rains hit Yemen

20 people dead, 1 000 displaced as persistent heavy rains hit Yemen

Persistent heavy rains across Yemen have killed at least 20 people, displaced thousands, and destroyed hundreds of properties, local government official reported Tuesday, August 4, 2020. In Marib, the hardest-hit province, the health ministry said 17 people–…