Somalia — Disaster Risk Assessment: Assessment of Early Warning Systems in Flood Prone Areas in Somalia

The primary objective of this assessment was to evaluate the existence and effectiveness of early warning systems for enhanced disaster risk monitoring and reduction across 6 flood-prone districts in Somalia; Balcad, Baardheere, Beledweyne, Bulo Burto, Doolow and Jowhar. The assessment examined the status of the early warning systems, focusing on key components such as risk knowledge, monitoring and early warning, dissemination and communication, and response capabilities during the El Niño 2023 floods. By providing valuable insights into the current state of early warning capabilities within the evaluated districts, the assessment highlighted the critical gaps and areas requiring strengthening. This is crucial to ensure that communities are better prepared and able to respond effectively to the escalating climate-driven hazards, such as floods which have been exacerbated by the ongoing climate crisis in Somalia.