Tragic Incident in Taiz: Elderly Woman Dies as House Collapses

An elderly woman lost her life, and her daughter sustained injuries on Monday evening due to the collapse of an old house in the Jabal Habashi district of Taiz. This incident occurred amid heavy rainfall affecting various provinces across Yemen.

House Collapse Details

Residents reported that the collapse took place in the Balad Al-Wafi area. The deceased, identified as Misk Mohammed Jassar, tragically died in the incident, while her daughter suffered injuries. Additionally, several sheep perished inside the house. In a related event, floodwaters swept away a vehicle belonging to a local resident in the Wahr village, causing extensive damage to farms and properties. Traffic on the Dabab road came to a standstill for over an hour due to the flooding.

Flood Risk Warnings Issued

These incidents occur alongside warnings about the potential for continued heavy rainfall in the coming days. The Geological Survey and Mineral Resources Authority has raised concerns about increased flood risks during the rainy season, which spans July to September 2026. Research maps indicate heightened danger levels in several basins, particularly in the western and southwestern regions.

The risk levels are categorized as follows:

• Low Risk
• Advisory Level
• High Risk
• Very High Risk

This classification helps authorities identify areas that require increased monitoring and preparedness during the rainy season.

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