The department responded promptly to provide shelter to families affected by heavy rain, which resulted in water entering their homes, roofs collapsing, and electricity malfunctions. The affected families were housed in hotels in the eastern regions, many of them being accommodated in Kalba, Khorfakkan, and Dibba Al Hisn.
The department managed to house 61 citizen families from the Eastern Region, numbered 346 individuals, in four hotels. In contrast, technical teams visited the damaged homes and identified the ones that had become uninhabitable or on the verge of collapse. It assisted until consideration was given to providing permanent housing for them.
It plans to create a system that can handle the consequences of unforeseen situations and enhance its operational efficiency. The department aims to provide secure and suitable housing options to ensure long-term residential stability for affected families. Additionally, the department will offer maximum assistance to those affected and identify their needs.