Understanding where rainwater is most likely to accumulate Mogadishu, Somalia | August 2026 Heavy rainfall can quickly lead to waterlogging in parts of Mogadishu, especially in areas where drainage is limited, the ground is relatively low, or rainwater has limited pathways to flow away. To better understand this challenge, the Somali GIS Association (SOGISA) developed […]
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When it rains heavily in Mogadishu, some streets can quickly turn into pools of water. But why does this happen? It’s not just because of heavy rain. The shape of the land, drainage conditions, rapid urban growth, roads, buildings, and other factors all play a role. Some areas of Mogadishu are relatively low-lying, so rainwater
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🌍 The Power of GIS in Disaster Management Geographic Information Systems (GIS) play a critical role in understanding and managing natural disasters. By integrating spatial data, satellite imagery, and environmental information, GIS helps decision-makers identify vulnerable areas, assess risks, and plan effective responses. In Somalia, GIS is increasingly important for monitoring floods, droughts, climate change
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a technology used to collect, manage, analyze, and display geographic or location-based data. GIS helps people understand places, patterns, and relationships by combining maps with information. Today, GIS is used in many sectors including urban planning, agriculture, transportation, education, health, and environmental management. It has become an essential tool for
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Climate and weather data play an important role in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). These datasets help researchers, planners, and organizations analyze rainfall, temperature, drought, floods, and environmental changes. GIS allows climate information to be visualized on maps, making it easier to understand patterns and support decision-making. Climate and weather data are widely used in agriculture,
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