The entire population of Abyei, an estimated 150,000 people, has fled to towns like Aniet and Turalei, walking long distances with no food or water. Kuol said at this point humanitarian assistance has not yet reached those fleeing, and that children in particular are vulnerable. He said two children and an elderly woman passed away in rains two days ago, and that another two children had died of thirst walking to Agok.