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Africa-Press – South-Sudan. <\/strong><\/span>At least two people have died and thousands have been displaced by severe flooding in Yeri Payam, about 30 miles from Mvolo town in South Sudan\u2019s Western Equatoria State, following weeks of heavy rainfall.<\/p>\n

John Abraham, the Episcopal Bishop of Yeri, told Radio Tamazuj on Wednesday that persistent rains from July through August have destroyed homes, farmland and essential belongings, leaving many families sheltering in schools and churches after their homes were submerged.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is not the first time. It happened in 2023, and now again this year,\u201d Abraham said. \u201cPeople have lost their crops, houses have collapsed, and some residents have suffered snakebites due to the flooding.\u201d He appealed to the government and humanitarian agencies for urgent food and non-food aid.<\/p>\n

Another resident, Rain David, said thousands have been forced to flee to higher ground.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe flooding has destroyed crops and washed away homes. People are appealing for food, mosquito nets, shelter and medical support, especially as malaria and cold-related illnesses are spreading,\u201d David said.<\/p>\n

Health workers in Yeri Payam have recorded at least two deaths linked to malaria and snakebites in recent weeks. Local reports indicate that more than 58 acres of farmland have been destroyed.<\/p>\n

Jackson Sila Apuru, a local youth leader, said the community is in crisis.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor the past 14 days, Yeri Payam has been severely affected. Over 100 families are homeless and vulnerable,\u201d Apuru said. \u201cWe appeal to the government of South Sudan, humanitarian organizations and well-wishers to urgently provide shelter, food and medical support.\u201d<\/p>\n

Acting Relief and Rehabilitation Commission Chairperson for Western Equatoria State, Aringa Thomas Paul, said the flooding began on Aug. 7 and has affected multiple areas, including Dari, Yeri, Dogeren, Mayawe and Minibere.<\/p>\n

\u201cMany people have been displaced and are now sheltering in schools and churches,\u201d he said. \u201cThe RRC will raise the issue during upcoming cluster meetings with partners to seek support.\u201d<\/p>\n

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