U.S.$2.6 Billion Appeal to Aid Millions Still On the Brink of Famine: Somalia
characterized by five consecutive poor rainy seasons," Mr. Abdelmoula said in Geneva.". Some of the most affected areas continue to face the risk of famine."Due to high rainfall in the Ethiopian highlands, the Shabelle and Juba rivers could overflow, leading to flooded farmland, he warned.
However, rains in Somalia itself, are expected to underperform and are unlikely to be sufficient to improve the food security outlook for many.," the Humanitarian Coordinator said."It creates unpredictable cycles of drought and flooding. Somalia, which has done so little to contribute to the climate crisis, is
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