Emergencies news
When emergencies happen, CAFOD responds. Read our latest updates here.
Typhoon Mangkhut explained
The people of the Philippines have experienced the full effects of ‘super-typhoon’ Mangkhut, which left at least 65 people dead and more than 40 trapped in a landslide. Our local aid agency, NASSA, are already on the ground coordinating the humanitarian response.
Venezuela crisis explained
Venezuela is a country on the northern coast of South America, with a population of around 31 million people. Over the past few years, increasing numbers of people are leaving – seeking refuge in neighbouring countries. Here we explain why.
Kerala floods explained
The Southwestern state of Kerala, India, is currently experiencing the worst floods in a century. Torrential rainfall has left over 300 dead and hundreds of thousands homeless, with many running out of clean water and food. CAFOD partners are already responding.
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- Landslides and flooding in Sierra Leone
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