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UNICEF Warns of Gaza Flooding and Disease After Israel Blocks Repairs
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UNICEF reported that Israel has blocked repairs to a sewage-contaminated stormwater basin in Gaza City, raising fears of flooding and disease. The UN agency stated that COGAT denied a $3 million repair plan, citing security concerns. Heavy rains have already caused flooding in displacement camps, leading to deaths, and the WHO warned of significant disease risks due to poor sanitation.
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- UNICEF warns Israel's rejection of Gaza basin repair equipment risks flooding and disease.
- The Sheikh Radwan stormwater basin in Gaza City is contaminated with sewage and near overflow.
- COGAT denied a $3 million repair plan, citing security concerns, according to UNICEF.
- Heavy rains have already flooded displacement camps, causing four deaths, including three children.
- The WHO warns of significant communicable disease risks due to flooding and poor sanitation in Gaza.
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