ALBAWABA- A devastating fire has engulfed over 70 shelters within the Al-Faw camp for internally displaced people (IDPs) in Ma'rib, resulting in the displacement of numerous families. The incident adds to the ongoing plight of displaced individuals who have sought refuge in the governorate due to the conflict or the control of Houthi forces.
Ma'rib governorate, located in the eastern part of Yemen, has become a safe haven for more than 2.5 million internally displaced Yemenis who have been forced to leave their homes due to the ongoing war or the expanding influence of the Houthi group.
The fire, coupled with the scorching summer temperatures in the desert city of Ma'rib, has exacerbated the challenges faced by the already vulnerable displaced families. With their makeshift shelters devoured by the flames, these families are now grappling with not only the ravages of displacement but also the loss of their homes and belongings.
Local authorities and humanitarian organizations are mobilizing efforts to provide immediate assistance to the affected families. They are working to provide emergency shelter, food, water, and medical aid to those impacted by the fire.
As Yemen continues to grapple with the complex humanitarian crisis exacerbated by conflict and displacement, incidents like the fire of the Al-Faw camp highlight the urgent need for sustained international support and efforts to alleviate the suffering of millions of vulnerable Yemenis.
