Shelter operator EPIC says Martinsburg facility is full, asks county for maintenance funding An EPIC representative told the Berkeley County Commission the Martinsburg shelter (16-bed capacity) has been full nightly since 2017, has 47 people on a wait list and urgently needs repairs after burst pipes; EPIC sought county support for ongoing maintenance and operational needs.

The Martinsburg shelter for domestic violence victims has been at full capacity every night since 2017, with 47 people waiting for help—urgent action is needed!

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UN: Gaza humanitarian situation remains dire after heavy rains; calls for sustained, unrestricted access The UN said heavy rains and limited crossings have worsened humanitarian needs in Gaza, citing tens of thousands of shelter items distributed but noting constraints on entry of supplies; the UN called for rapid and sustained access and for opening crossings to deliver tents, equipment and NGO supplies.

The UN warns that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has worsened due to heavy rains, leaving over 13,000 families in dire need of shelter and supplies.

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IOM chief says Sudan displacement crisis is overwhelming humanitarian response From Khartoum, International Organization for Migration director general Amy Pope said recent fighting has displaced tens of thousands more people and that shelter and other aid are critically underfunded; she warned staff have been wounded or killed and urged rapid funding and access.

The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is escalating rapidly, with tens of thousands displaced and dire shortages of shelter and aid putting lives at risk.

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U.N. says Gaza has received tens of thousands of tonnes of aid but needs remain "immense" as crossings stay closed The U.N. reports more than 37,000 metric tons of aid reached Gaza since the ceasefire but says only two crossings currently operate and many areas remain inaccessible, leaving shelter and food needs acute. Agencies say they have materials ready to assist up to 1.5 million people once impediments are removed.

Despite over 37,000 metric tons of aid reaching Gaza, the U.N. warns that urgent needs remain immense as access restrictions continue to trap millions in dire conditions.

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