Country: Yemen Source: European Commission’s Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations Since late March, southwestern Yemen has experienced heavy rainfall and severe flooding, resulting in fatalities, displacement, and widespread damage. The most affected areas include Al-Mokha, Mawza, and Al-Wazeyah districts (Ta’iz Governorate) and Al-Khukha and Hays districts (Al-Hodeidah Governorate). According to multiple sources, at least 24 people have died, while 7 900 households have been affected along the West Coast. Humanitarian partners continue assessing the damage, with some inter-agency reports suggesting up to 30 000 households may be impacted. Over the next 48 hours, moderate rainfall is forecast across western Yemen, potentially exacerbating the situation. DG ECHO has allocated EUR 175 000 through the Disaster Response Emergency Fund (DREF) to support the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). The funding will assist the Yemeni Red Crescent in providing shelter and hygiene items to 24 500 people across affected areas. This complements ongoing rapid response efforts by other DG ECHO partners.