Severe Floods Ravage Angola as Regional Crisis Spreads

Heavy rains have triggered devastating floods in Angola, leaving at least 15 people dead and more than 4,000 homes affected, according to emergency services.

Flash floods swept through major cities including Luanda and Benguela, damaging infrastructure and submerging entire neighborhoods. Benguela recorded the highest number of casualties, highlighting the severity of the disaster.

Residents reported significant losses, with many families forced to flee their homes and seek shelter elsewhere as waters rapidly engulfed communities.

The crisis has also impacted neighboring Namibia, where the Zambezi River has risen to 6.8 meters—well above normal levels—displacing thousands and prompting emergency evacuations to temporary camps.

The situation underscores the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events in the region, raising urgent concerns about disaster preparedness and long-term climate resilience.

Source: Newstimehub