Extreme heat poses new challenge for aid agencies in Gaza

Gaza’s 2.3 million displaced residents face extreme heat amid ongoing conflict, exacerbating their already dire situation. Temperatures reaching 40°C (104°F) worsen health issues for those living in tents and overcrowded shelters without electricity or clean water. Aid agencies struggle to deliver services, particularly temperature-sensitive medicines, due to Israeli restrictions. The heat compounds the humanitarian crisis, with agencies like Save the Children adapting their operations to prioritize water, sanitation, and health support in response to these challenging conditions. Reuters