Country: Georgia Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Please refer to the attached file. Description of the Event Date of event 27-06-2026 What happened, where and when? On 27–29 June 2026, heavy and persistent rainfall struck the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Kakheti Regions in Western Georgia, severely impacting Senaki, Chkhorotsku municipalities and Akhmeta municipality in Eastern over the following days. The continuous rainfall, which began on 27 June at approximately 03: 00 AM, led to rising water levels and widespread flooding across multiple communities. Five villages in Senaki Municipality, (Eki, Zana, Dzvelisopeli, Nosiri, and Teklati), as well as areas of Senaki town, experienced significant flooding. Similarly, in Chkhorotsku Municipality, 13 administrative units such as Khabume, Mukhuri, Taia, Zumi, Napichkhovo, Choga, Nakuani, Lesichine, Kirtkhi, Lekurtsume, the town of Chkhorotsku, Akhuti and Kvemo Chkhorotsku were affected. In Akhmeta Municipality, heavy rainfall and flooding accompanied by strong winds affected the 13 communities of Omalo, Dumasturi, Jokolo, Birkiani, Tsinubani, Sakobiano, Kutsakhta, Kvareltskali, Duisi, Upper Alvani, Lower Alvani, Khalatsani, Akhmeta, Maghraani, Argokhi, Matani and Khoreti. Residential houses were damaged, ground floors were flooded, and strong winds caused extensive damage to roofs. Agricultural land and livestock were also affected, resulting in significant livelihood losses for many households. Local authorities and response teams are currently assessing the situation. As of 29 June, rainfall has subsided in Senaki and Akhmeta, while precipitation continues in parts of Chkhorotsku Municipality. The Georgia Red Cross Society has mobilized affected branches in Senaki, Chkhorotsku and Akhmeta to support the response, and Zugdidi branch as neighbor branch for support. It should also be noted that on 30 June 2026, municipalities officially requested assistance from the Georgia Red Cross Society.
East-West Georgia Flooding 2026 – DREF Operation (MDRGE021)
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