Several regions in Darfur and the Red Sea are facing alarming conditions following heavy rainfall and flooding in North Darfur, which have displaced hundreds of residents amid official warnings that over half a million people are at risk.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Irrigation and Water Resources, the Early Warning Unit cautioned against the possibility of sudden floods with risk levels ranging from moderate to high. The warning covers the Red Sea, North Darfur, and Central Darfur states. The ministry estimated that approximately 614,500 people in North Darfur, 5,866 in the Red Sea, and 1,278 in South Darfur are exposed to danger. According to the bulletin, 96 sites in North Darfur, 11 in the Red Sea, and 8 in Central Darfur are expected to be affected.
Meanwhile, the Sudan Meteorological Authority forecasted continued rainfall of varying intensity across most states in its bulletin issued Tuesday, August 26, 2025. The forecast also noted active winds and increased humidity levels in some areas.
In North Darfur, the International Organization for Migration reported that severe flooding swept through the city of Dar El Salam, displacing 87 families, most of whom fled from the village of Abyat Jalidat in the Um Kadada locality. Field reports indicated the destruction of 182 homes and several shops, while 210 homes sustained partial damage.
Authorities urged local communities to exercise caution, avoid low-lying areas and flood paths, prepare for immediate evacuation if conditions worsen, secure property and livestock, and prioritize vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, children, and the elderly.
