As winter approaches, thousands of displaced Palestinians in Gaza face dire living conditions along the coast, with makeshift shelters inadequately protecting them from the elements. The United Nations reports that nearly all of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents are now displaced, leading to illness outbreaks among children and families suffering from cold temperatures and lack of essential supplies. Residents recount harrowing experiences as they struggle to survive in the face of additional hardships brought on by harsh winter weather.