Following six weeks of war in Gaza, a heavy downpour has added new challenges for Palestinians who have lost their homes, are living in flimsy tents, or have fled south to escape the Israeli military bombardment. The damaged sewage system and the possibility of flooding have raised concerns about the spread of disease. The start of the rainy season has led to a significant increase in cases of diarrhoeal diseases, with outbreaks reaching well over 30,000 compared to the usual 2,000 cases in the same period. Aid agencies are struggling to meet the daily needs of Palestinians and are unable to plan ahead for potential flooding. The situation has been described as the most difficult week in Gaza since the conflict began by the Norwegian Refugee Council.