Since 30 August 2013, cases of cholera have been recorded in Lomé municipality This has since extended to six of the seven districts in the Maritime region as well as the Central region. As of 28 October, the situation worsened significantly, with the total number of cases escalating to 96 cases with 4 deaths. The continued rainfall in the regions and poor hygiene conditions have escalated concerns of a serious outbreak by the country?s health authorities.