LUUQ, Somalia Sept 23, 2014 (Garowe Online)-At least 18 people died of
dehydration and hunger near Gedo regional district of Luuq over the last 48
hours according to independent sources, Garowe Online reports.
Residents in Qoryaale village which lies 50km from southwestern town of Luuq
told GO that the 18 deaths included children and aging persons.
Local authorities urged Federal Government of Somalia, International aid
agencies and Diasporans to extend generous hand to the pastoralists and
villagers in the worst-hit areas where sources with boreholes at the
forefront are running dry.
Despite severe famine, water tankers with supplies have been distributing
jerrycans to nomads in Gedo region.
The worst drought in years has affected tens of thousands in Somalia, with
aid agencies warning of humanitarian disaster.