The Ramtha Transit Facility is increasingly under pressure as the number of individuals and families crossing the border illegally continues to rise. Figures for Ramtha have now exceeded 1,000 individuals with temporary shelters erected on-site. UNHCR is working closely with the Government of Jordan to identify the best manner in which to ensure protection and delivery of assistance in a timely and effective manner.

UNHCR implementing partner JHAS has carried out three Non-Food Items distribution in recent days in Ma\'an, Zarqa and Amman. The distribution was for 420 individuals, including 137 families.

UNHCR Implementing Partner Caritas has carried out an NFI distribution in Mafraq for 388 individuals and a smaller number in Karak. Distribution included mattresses, blankets, kitchen sets, stoves for example.

UN Partners and the Government of Jordan are currently conducting a rapid joint needs assessment in an effort to ascertain a better understanding of vulnerabilities within Syrian community in Jordan. Assessment is being conducted in areas with high concentrations of Syrians such as Amman, Ramtha and Mafraq.