Uganda - Info Sheet: Multi-Hazard Response/DRR Platform (February 2023)
Contacto
DTM Uganda, dtmuganda@iom.int
Idioma
English
Ubicación
Uganda
Fecha de instantánea
Feb 01 2023
Feb 28 2023
Actividad
- Mobility Tracking
- During the reporting period, drought was reported in the Teso subregion mainly in Katakwi, Amuria and Kapelabyong districts.
- Fires were experienced in Amuria, Wakiso and Ntungamo while hailstorms were reported in Tororo.
- Disasters in February affected a total of 2,890 individuals, representing 494 households and 198 individuals from 51 households were internally displaced.
- Adults (19-64 years) were the most affected population group (71%), followed by children under 18 years (21%) and the elderly who are above 64 years (8%).
- The most pressing needs are food assistance, livelihood and water supply.
- 56 houses were completely destroyed, 54 water facilities and 2 schools were also affected.
- Following the start of March, April and May (MAM) rainfall season, natural disasters are expected to occur and the public is advised to take precautionary measures.
DTM Global Survey 2023
The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Global Survey 2023 is an annual stocktaking exercise which aims to present IOM DTM's operations and activities transparently. The Global Survey focuses on operations active from January 1 to December 31, 2023, with data collection occurring from February to April 2024.