Officials in Ramallah declared a state of emergency after much of the West Bank was covered in snowfall in one of the worst winter storms to hit the Middle East in many years. In addition to snowfall, the region has been affected by floods and high winds.
Humanitarian organisation, World Vision, has warned of the heightened vulnerability of Syrian refugees and host communities on Friday.
The group's Middle East Regional Director, Conny Lenneberg, stated that the storm combined with sub-zero temperatures was "devastating" for the millions of refugees living in makeshift shelters.
"Young children are particularly vulnerable to the severe weather conditions and are at high risk of contracting respiratory problems and pneumonia," he added.
The director said that many of those affected use tents and unfinished construction sites as their primary form of shelter. Ms Lenneberg also mentioned the large funding cuts of the Abbott government, and expressed frustration with "the harsh realities of winter" that represent "yet another setback to our already stretched relief efforts".
World Vision Lebanon's Dr Christine Latif also said that World Vision was working in partnership with UNICEF to provide support for the vulnerable people in the area, explaining that the organisation "continues to work hard to provide blankets, vouchers for warm clothes, staff flood mitigation and heating for tents".
The press release concluded by calling on the international community to assist with immediate support so that "lifesaving assistance" can be provided on an ongoing basis.
The Your Middle East website reported on Friday that a severe power shortage is a particular concern for those living on the Gaza Strip. Due to the use of candles and fire for light and energy, the risk from fire hazards has significantly increased.