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Over a month after the severe flood that impacted some 70 townships in 11 States and Regions in Myanmar, it is estimated that some 1.1 million people have been affected by aftermath damages, including destruction of houses and properties as well as critical infrastructures including water sources, schools, roads and community facilities, in addition to loss of agricultural land and inputs, crops, and livestock. Nay Pyi Taw, Bago, Kayah, Kayin, Magway, Mandalay, Mon, and eastern and southern Shan States have been the most affected by the flood, which added another layer of complexity and vulnerability to an already precarious context due to the widespread conflict. Access remains challenging in some areas with roads and bridges in need of urgent repairs to enable assistance delivery. Many families were left without shelter and access to basic services and have suffered from loss of household items, including kitchen utensils, bedding, water storage, facilities, and items for daily usage. UNHCR continues to respond to the most urgent needs, working jointly with partners and other UN Agencies, particularly in the North-West and South-East parts of the country.
SITUATION UPDATE
In Shan State (South), the water level of Inle Lake has reportedly decreased significantly during the past week, however the surrounding area and people living in these locations remain highly affected, particularly in Nyaunshwe, Shwenyaung and Kalaw Townships as well as five Townships in Shan State (East).
At least 20,000 people in Kayah State have been severely affected by the flood and its consequences, including in villages along the Balu creek (in Moebye region, in Shan State (South)) and several wards in Loikaw Town. In addition, thousands of acres of paddy fields in the border areas of Shan State (South) and Kayah State in Loikaw and Demoso Townships have reportedly been destroyed or damaged. In Pekon Township alone, some 12,000 people were impacted, not only by flood, but also by major landslides, and torrential runoff. Around 700 moved to three collective centres in Loikaw Town because of persistent flooding.