Severe Flooding Affects Over 300,000 in Sudan

Severe flooding in Sudan has resulted in at least 138 confirmed deaths and affected over 317,000 individuals across ten states, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation due to ongoing conflict. The collapse of the Arbaat Dam has particularly impacted the freshwater supply for Port Sudan, with local authorities confirming dozens of fatalities and many more feared missing. The flooding has destroyed over 12,400 homes and worsened the spread of diseases such as cholera, with the Ministry of Health reporting 1,351 cases. Aid organizations are struggling to reach affected areas due to impassable roads, raising concerns about food shortages and disease outbreaks among displaced populations. The situation is critical, with millions already affected by a prolonged conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. Humanitarian efforts are urgently needed as the rainy season continues and the risks of famine grow.