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Liberia: Windstorms - Mar 2026
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Between 19 and 24 March 2026, violent windstorms struck multiple communities in Nimba and Lofa Counties, Liberia, causing widespread damage to fragile housing and displacing numerous families. The storms affected 11 communities, six in Nimba County and five in Lofa County, leaving households exposed to harsh weather and without essential belongings. A total of 3,704 people (approximately 529 households) were directly affected, including 1,685 men and 2,019 women. Assessments indicate 213 houses were damaged, with 139 partially destroyed and 74 completely destroyed, forcing families to rely on host communities or temporary shelters. ([IFRC, 10 Apr 2026](https://reliefweb.int/node/4207194/))
Measurements
| Coordinates | 6.4500, -9.3100 |
|---|---|
| Region | Liberia |
| Reliefweb Status | past |
| Reliefweb Type | Severe Local Storm |
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Source updated 26 days ago (Sep 23, 2026 10:12 UTC) · we last heard from ReliefWeb (UN OCHA) 13 minutes ago
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- Marked as ended by the source — Sep 18, 10:19 UTC by ReliefWeb (UN OCHA)
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