Mozambique – Tropical Storm Filipo ACs Dashboard, 14 March 2024 Update#2

Mozambique’s National Institute for Disaster Management (INGD) estimates more than 525,000 people to be affected by the landfall of Tropical Storm Filipo directly impacting communities of Inhambane, Gaza, Sofala and Maputo from 14 March. As of 14 March 2024, available reports indicate 208 individuals (54 families) still present in 2 accommodation centres (ACs) in Inhambane. Escola 3 de Fevereiro de Malaia and Centro de transito de Machocomane schools in Morrumbele and Vilankulo respectively have been deactivated following the return of families to places of usual residence. Shelter and non-food items have been reported as the top most priority needs among all accommodation centres. Other reported priority needs include Agriculture and Food security, healthcare and access to markets. Preliminary updates from ongoing joint assessments estimates 48,122 individuals (8,490 families) affected in 30 locations across Inhambane, Gaza, Sofala and Maputo provinces. As rain and flood events develop, ongoing joint assessments with INGD and humanitarian partners monitor the needs and conditions of affected populations in the region.