Final Hazard Report - Sudan

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 Flooding is a major problem in Sudan, a country located in Northeast Africa. Sudan is prone to flooding due to its location in the Nile Basin, which is subject to heavy rainfall and the annual flooding of the Nile River. Flooding in Sudan not only causes damage to infrastructure and agriculture but also poses a significant risk to human lives. The last major attack recorded in the area killed about 134 people while leaving many devastated.


Sudan's infrastructure is often not equipped to handle the heavy rains and flooding that occur during the rainy season. This leads to the collapse of roads, bridges, and buildings, causing significant damage to the country's infrastructure. The floods also devastate agricultural lands, destroying crops and damaging irrigation systems. This can lead to food shortages and economic hardship for farmers and their communities.




The human toll of flooding in Sudan is significant, as well. Flooding can cause loss of life and displacement of communities, as people are forced to leave their homes in search of higher ground. In addition, flooding can lead to the spread of waterborne diseases such as cholera and malaria, which can have devastating consequences for the population.

Despite these challenges, there are efforts being made to address the flooding problem in Sudan. The government has implemented a number of measures to improve the country's infrastructure and prepare for future floods. These efforts include the construction of dams and levees to protect against floodwaters, as well as the development of early warning systems to alert communities to the threat of flooding.

The villages and outer cities are the areas that need the most help because they are often neglected by the resources in the big city. Usually, the most damage is also done to villages and cities by the Nile River so I feel like there should be the main focus to start if we want to attack the problem



In addition, international organizations are working with the Sudanese government to address the flooding problem. The United Nations, for example, has provided financial and technical assistance to help the country improve its infrastructure and prepare for future floods, but the government is soo corrupt you wouldn't know where half of the money went.

Overall, the flooding problem in Sudan is a significant challenge that requires ongoing efforts to address. While progress has been made in improving the country's infrastructure and preparing for future floods, more work needs to be done to ensure the safety and well-being of Sudan's population. Ince the government is stable and for the people then we will see this problem less and less till it disappears.


If I were to construct a house in this country I would first of all try and avoid the Nile River. For me, I believe in also building away from the city to prevent things I can't control like someone else's damage. I would build more on land and also on a hill to avoid water being contained in my house.

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UNHCR

ReliefWeb

France24

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