On 27 – 30 September 2025, heavy and persistent rains struck the Kakheti region, severely impacting Lagodekhi Municipality in eastern Georgia over the following few days. Apart from the persistent rainfall damaging the roofs of the houses and washing out the roads, the rainfall caused an increase in water levels in the rivers, some of which overflowed. […] The GRCS started its intervention on 28 September, immediately mobilizing staff and volunteers to conduct rapid needs assessments and provide initial support to the most affected households. National authorities officially requested the GRCS to respond to the emerging needs on 1 October 2025.
The disaster affected at least 13 villages and communities within Lagodekhi municipality, with a combined population of approximately 18,077 people – almost half of the total municipal population. Current estimates indicate that around 1,000 households have been severely affected. (IFRC, 13 Oct 2025)
