"No privacy, security, hygiene or protection from Israel's bombs. That's what life has been like for two years in Gaza's shelters. Millions of Palestinians remain crammed into overcrowded tents, packed schools and other buildings, or sleeping on the streets of Gaza, as Israel continues its genocidal war on the enclave despite a fragile ceasefire. Overcrowding, poor sanitation, a lack of food and a shortage of medicine have turned Gaza's makeshift shelters into a breeding ground for infectious diseases."
"The outdoor section serves multiple daily needs, including cooking meals over an open fire, washing dishes, hanging clothes and using the outdoor toilet, while the indoor area is primarily for sleeping and shelter from the sun or rain. The tent's shaded area measures 20sqm (215sqft) and is shared by an average of 10 people, giving each just 2sqm (22sqft) of personal space, well below the UNHCR's recommended minimum of 3.5sqm per person and 2metres (6.5ft) height for proper ventilation."
Millions of Palestinians are displaced into overcrowded tents, packed schools, other buildings, or the streets, living without privacy, security, hygiene, or protection from ongoing bombardment. Overcrowding, poor sanitation, food shortages and medicine scarcity have turned makeshift shelters into breeding grounds for infectious disease. Living spaces are divided into outdoor areas for cooking, washing and toilets, and small indoor sleeping areas. Typical shaded tent areas measure 20sqm shared by about ten people, giving roughly 2sqm per person, far below UNHCR minimums and inadequate for ventilation. Tents made from blankets, scrap fabric, nylon, and poles offer minimal shelter, privacy or temperature control.
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