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The European Commission has allocated €2 million to assist those most affected by the ongoing floods and landslides plaguing Ethiopia which has affected thousands of people.

"Heavy floods have struck Ethiopia for the past few weeks causing death, widespread destruction and displacement, both within the country and in the region. We stand by Ethiopia and the communities affected by the flooding at this difficult time. The EU's solidarity will reach the most vulnerable and provide them with lifesaving support and the emergency supplies they need to survive," said Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management Commissioner Christos Stylianides.

The EU funding will ensurethe provision of emergency shelter, items such as mosquito nets and blankets and access to clean drinking water.  With record rainfall battering the Horn of Africa, today's funding to the region comes in addition to the €1.5m allocated in May in response to the devastating floods hitting Kenya.

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