Somalia
The effect of the earthquake and Tsunami in southern Asia has reached as far the East African coast. In particular the country of Somalia has been the hardest hit in the region. WHO is working in close collaboration with UN agencies, the Ministry of Health and other sector partners to assess damaged affected areas. Initial reports from rapid health assessments currently underway indicate that up to 10,000 persons residing in coastal towns and villages may have been affected by the flood.
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Tsunami: Somalia situation update
8 January 2005
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