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Sand Dune Encroachment: A Climate Disaster Threatening Lives in Shalanbood, Somalia

By Abdullahi Hussein
Last updated: March 21, 2023
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Sand dune encroachment is a climate disaster that is affecting the region of Shalanbood in Lower Shabelle, Somalia. The phenomenon is caused by the gradual movement of sand dunes towards inhabited areas, resulting in the displacement of people and the destruction of homes, mosques, and other infrastructure.

The problem has been exacerbated by the absence of the central government, which used to take steps to hold back the sand before the civil war. As a result, the sand has encroached into the land, burying some houses and mosques halfway or fully, posing a threat to the lives and livelihoods of the locals.

The severity of the situation was highlighted recently when the national media visited the area and talked to the locals. They pleaded with the government to take emergency steps to hold back the sand, as the encroachment is expanding, sometimes causing houses to collapse.

One lady who spoke to the national media shared a harrowing experience of how she was rescued by the locals after her house collapsed on her due to the pressure from the sand that had collected outside. This is just one example of the numerous challenges faced by the people in the affected areas.

The residents of Shalanbood have warned of an impending disaster and called for urgent help. The sand dune encroachment has already caused immense damage, and if not addressed, it could lead to the displacement of thousands of people and the loss of many lives.

It is crucial that the government takes immediate action to address this issue. Some possible measures that can be taken include the construction of sand barriers, reforestation, and the use of erosion-control methods such as terracing and contour plowing. These steps can help to prevent the sand from moving towards the inhabited areas and provide some protection to the people and their properties.

The international community can also play a significant role in addressing this issue. Providing financial and technical assistance to the government and the local communities can help to implement long-term solutions and mitigate the impact of sand dune encroachment in the affected areas.

Sand dune encroachment is a climate disaster that is affecting the region of Shalanbood in Lower Shabelle, Somalia. Urgent action is needed to prevent further damage and protect the lives and livelihoods of the people in the affected areas. The government and the international community must work together to address this issue and provide the necessary support to the locals who are living in fear of an impending disaster.

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