Heavy Rains Damage Historic Buildings, Forts in Yemen
Ancient structures in Sana'a, Zabid, Shibam, and Thula affected
SANAA, Yemen (AP) — Torrential rains have damaged buildings and historical structures in Yemen's capital, Sana'a, as well as the historic cities of Zabid, Shibam, and Thula.
Sana'a, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to centuries-old mosques, palaces, and houses built of rammed earth. The city's Old City has narrow alleys and high-rise buildings with distinctive whitewashed walls.
The rains caused roofs to collapse, walls to crack, and windows to shatter in Sana'a's Old City. Some buildings were completely destroyed.
In Zabid, another UNESCO World Heritage site, the rains damaged the city's historic mosque, which is one of the oldest in Yemen. The mosque's minaret was damaged, and the roof collapsed.
Shibam, a city known for its high-rise mud-brick buildings, was also affected by the rains. Some of the buildings collapsed, and others were damaged.
Thula, another UNESCO World Heritage site, was also affected by the rains. The city's historic fort was damaged, and some of the city's walls collapsed.
The Yemeni government has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas. The government is working to assess the damage and provide assistance to the affected communities.
The rains are part of a larger pattern of extreme weather events in Yemen. In recent years, the country has been hit by droughts, floods, and cyclones.
The extreme weather events are a reminder of the challenges facing Yemen. The country is already facing a humanitarian crisis due to the ongoing civil war.
The rains have added to the challenges facing Yemen. The government is working to provide assistance to the affected communities, but more help is needed.
The international community must provide assistance to Yemen. The country is facing a humanitarian crisis, and the rains have made the situation worse.
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