# Heatwave adds to Gaza's hardships

A severe heatwave is hitting Gaza, worsening already dire living conditions for Palestinians amid the ongoing conflict. The extreme temperatures strain water and electricity supplies, deepening the humanitarian crisis in the enclave.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/8/3/heatwave-in-gaza-compounds-palestinian-suffering?traffic_source=rss) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:31:52 +0000