Djibouti Red Crescent launches flood response protocol
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Rtd
The Djibouti Red Crescent launched an early action protocol against floods on 17 October and distributed sheets of corrugated metal to vulnerable households. Volunteers also cleared drains, opened up water channels and conducted hygiene awareness activities, according to Djiboutian broadcaster RTD.
The Djibouti Red Crescent launched an early action protocol against floods on Saturday 17 October, reports Radio Television of Djibouti (RTD). The measure aims to anticipate the risks associated with heavy rainfall and better protect vulnerable families.
The ceremony was held at the organisation’s headquarters, in the presence of its secretary-general, Amina Houssein Farah, as well as officials from the City of Djibouti and the commune of Boulaos. The initiative comes amid climate risks and concerns related to the El Niño phenomenon.
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