Title
WMO/ESCAP Panel on Tropical Cyclones Annual Review 2010
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Abstract

World Meteorological Organization(WMO) and Economic & Social Commission for Asia and The Pacific(ESCAP) reported the occurence of Tropical Cyclone Bandu in Somalia. The report documents the summary of Tropical Cyclones during the year 2010. The report also contains realized weather and the damages caused due to cyclones.

Publication Date
Category
Disaster Risks
Information used for appropriate actions for future use of the land. Examples: land use maps, zoning maps, cadastral surveys, land ownership.
Regions
Africa , East Africa
Responsible
Attribution
ICPAC
More info
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Maintenance Frequency
Data Is Updated As Deemed Necessary
Language
English
Supplemental Information

On 21st May 2010, a storm that was later classified as Tropical Storm Bandu hit Bari Region in northern Somalia resulting in flooding, and displaced approximately 12,000 people as of May 23. In response to identified humanitarian needs, the U.N. Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and non-governmental organization (NGO) partners provided support for garbage collection and WASH activities. In addition, UNHCR distributed blankets and plastic sheeting to flood-affected residents of Bossaso town, Bari Region.

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