Disaster Aid UK & Ireland is urgently supporting our partners at Disaster Aid Nepal, as they assist those made homeless by the devastating floods. The impact of the monsoon has left families without shelter, clean water, or essential supplies. Many have lost everything.

Together, we can make a difference. Please consider offering a “hand up, not a handout” to those in need.
Every contribution, no matter how small, helps restore hope and rebuild lives.

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Further background information September 26–28, 2024: A late monsoon rainfall event caused landslides and flooding across Nepal, killing 217 people and injuring 142. The Kathmandu Valley was the worst affected area, but there were also many events in eastern Nepal.

Nepal has this year experienced severe monsoon floods, resulting in extensive damage to lives, infrastructure, and agriculture across the country. Heavy, persistent rainfall caused rivers to overflow, triggering landslides in mountainous regions and inundating low-lying areas. Particularly affected were the Terai plains, where floodwaters displaced thousands, damaged homes, and disrupted livelihoods. Major highways and rural roads were washed away, complicating rescue and relief operations and isolating remote communities.

The floods heightened Nepal’s vulnerability to climate change, as monsoons have become increasingly erratic and intense in recent years. Agriculture, a backbone of Nepal’s economy, was hit hard, with submerged fields threatening food security. In response, local and international organizations, along with the government, mobilized emergency resources, providing shelters, food, and medical support to affected families. Yet, the 2024 monsoon floods underscore the urgent need for improved infrastructure, early warning systems, and sustainable practices to build resilience against future climate-induced disasters.

In April 2024, the heaviest rainfall in over 63 years has caused devasting flooding in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. Hundreds of towns are in a catastrophic condition under water and the state capital of Porto Alegre, with 1.5m residents is cut off, with parts of the historic centre under water. The Taquari and Caí rivers have burst their banks and additional rainfall in early May has caused them to rise still further. It is feared that when these river flow into the Guaíba river that the problems in Porto Alegre will be exacerbated. Half a million people have been displaced and at least 147 people have lost their lives and this figure will rise as searches continue.

We have begun liaising with our Disaster Aid International country partners, particularly Disaster Aid Brazil and are launching an appeal to help. Initial reports suggest that 80% of people in the affected area have no access to running water, so there is clearly potential for our expertise in safe water solutions to be of benefit, but all avenues of assistance will be explored.

Please help us give the people of Rio Grande Do Sul ‘a hand up, not a handout’

Update information on ongoing appeal:
We are grateful for your incredible support for our recent initiative to assist communities affected by the devastating floods in Brazil. Thanks to your generous contributions, we have successfully sent funds to purchase essential supplies that are critical for the survivors.
Our team collaborated with local organizations to ensure that the aid reached those in the most desperate need. We allocated the funds towards the acquisition of nutritious food, clean drinking water, and hygiene products. These items are vital for the recovery process and will help families rebuild their lives in the wake of this natural disaster.
The situation in Brazil remains challenging, with countless individuals still grappling with the aftermath. However, your donations have made a significant difference. Feedback from local partners indicates that the supplies provided have been received with immense gratitude and relief.
We understand the importance of transparency and accountability, and we are committed to keeping you informed about the impact of your generosity. Together, we can continue to make strides in aiding those in crisis. Thank you for your unwavering support in our mission to uplift communities in need.

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