On March 4, 2025, satellite observations indicated approximately 7 km² of flooded area remains in Gaborone, South East, and Kgatleng Districts, Botswana. Floodwaters have receded by 23 km² since late February. This analysis is preliminary and requires field validation through local feedback to the UNOSAT.
On March 4, 2025, satellite imagery revealed significant water extents in Gaborone, South East, and Kgatleng Districts, Botswana. The map showcases the accumulated flood extent, utilizing data from various satellites including Sentinel-2, PlanetScope, and Kanopus-V. The analysis covers an area of approximately 700 km², revealing that around 7 km² of land continues to be affected by floodwaters.
Since the last observation on February 23 and 25, 2025, floodwaters have decreased by roughly 23 km². It is important to note that this assessment is preliminary and has not undergone field validation. Stakeholders are encouraged to provide ground feedback to enhance the accuracy of this data, and this feedback can be sent to the United Nations Satellite Centre (UNOSAT).
In summary, the satellite assessments conducted on March 4, 2025, indicate that Gaborone and surrounding districts are experiencing residual flooding, with approximately 7 km² still inundated. The situation has shown improvement as floodwaters have receded by 23 km² since late February. Continued validation and local feedback are essential for accurate and timely response efforts.
Original Source: reliefweb.int
