UNHCR Flash Update on Earthquake in Myanmar #12

Highlights

Three months after the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, communities in the affected areas continue to face unmet basic needs. Seasonal flooding has led to the relocation of some sites, prompting a joint cluster assessment to better coordinate support. Mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) needs remain a significant concern among the affected population.

UNHCR continues its outreach efforts, delivering core relief items and shelter assistance, while working closely with key stakeholders to identify protection needs and provide appropriate responses.

To date, over 123,000 individuals have received assistance from UNHCR and partners. More than 128,000 people have been reached through protection monitoring and assessments, which continue to guide targeted support for the most vulnerable, including those with specific needs.

UNHCR Response

▪ In Mandalay and Sagaing, UNHCR reached 84,278 people (18,428 families) to date, including 20,813 people (5,199 families) who received multi-purpose assistance. UNHCR delivered capacity-building training for partners, conducted field missions to monitor communities impacted by the earthquake, and distributed family tents to those in urgent need of shelter.

▪ In Nay Pyi Taw, UNHCR has assisted 8,761 people (1,892 families) to date. UNHCR organized training sessions for its partner, carried out joint field assessments, and facilitated focus group discussions to better understand and monitor the needs of communities affected by the earthquake.

▪ In the South-East, 30,517 people (6,840 families) have received assistance to date, including 5,104 people (1,197 families) who received multipurpose assistance.

▪ Together with other humanitarian partners, UNHCR continues to advocate for an end to conflict and for safe, unhindered humanitarian access to deliver life-saving aid to those in need.