Fourteen Palestinians, including children, die in Gaza amid Storm Byron

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Elis GjevoriDecember 12, 2025 at 08:28 PM

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Storm Byron struck the Gaza Strip on December 12, 2025, causing at least 14 deaths, including children, and numerous injuries. The deaths occurred due to collapsing structures, flooding, and freezing temperatures, impacting families already displaced by the ongoing conflict with Israel. According to Gaza's Ministry of Interior and National Security, fatalities were reported in areas including Bir an-Naaja, Remal neighborhood, Shati refugee camp, al-Mawasi and Khan Younis. Medical staff reported an increase in deaths related to exposure, with victims including infants and young children. The storm exacerbated the already dire conditions for displaced Palestinians, turning shelters into hazardous environments.

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Israel 50% Storm Byron ×270% Gaza ×680%

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gaza 100% storm byron 90% palestinians 90% displaced families 80% structural collapse 70% freezing conditions 70% exposure deaths 60% humanitarian crisis 60% refugee camp 50%