Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport has been severely flooded following hours of continuous and heavy rainfall that battered the capital overnight.
Significant portions of the terminal were submerged, disrupting airport operations and raising concerns about the city’s infrastructure resilience.
The downpour, which began late Friday evening, has left several districts across Mogadishu inundated, with major roads impassable due to rising water levels.
Videos circulating on social media show water streaming through airport corridors and pooling in lounges and check-in areas, affecting both passengers and staff.
Local authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the extent of the damage or the impact on incoming and outgoing flights.
However, airport staff reported that some services have been temporarily suspended, and travelers are being advised to check with airlines for updates.
Residents in low-lying neighborhoods have also reported severe water damage to homes and businesses, as emergency crews work to assess the full scope of the flooding and respond to those affected.
This incident underscores the growing vulnerability of Somalia’s urban infrastructure to extreme weather events, a challenge experts attribute to climate change and inadequate drainage systems.
Authorities are urging caution and have called on residents to remain indoors as more rain is forecast in the coming days.