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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The heavy rainfall and resulting floods and landslides have had a devastating impact on the affected areas. 

- Casualties:
  - 60 fatalities reported by December 28, including 22 in Kasai-Central Province, 20 in Bukavu City, and 20 in Burhinyi Village.
  - Over 300 fatalities as of January 12.

- Property Damage:
  - 16 people missing and more than 1,400 houses damaged as of December 28.
  - Over 100 households lost their homes in Mbandaka.
  - Nearly 300,000 households affected and tens of thousands of houses destroyed, particularly in Kinshasa by January 12.
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        If caught in a flood, move to higher ground immediately. Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters, as the water may be deeper or faster-moving than it appears. If trapped, seek refuge on the roof of a building and signal for help. Ensure to have a means of communication to call for emergency services. Avoid touching electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
            an emergency
            guide</a> based on your location,
            family composition, and housing type to ensure your and your family's safety during disasters or emergencies.
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        Prepare an emergency kit containing:
  - Drinking water and non-perishable food
  - First-aid kit
  - Flashlight with extra batteries
  - Portable phone charger
  - Copies of important documents
  - Warm clothing and blankets
  - Personal hygiene items
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Severe floods due to heavy rainfall in DR Congo have resulted in hundreds of fatalities, causing extensive damage and displacing thousands of households.

DR Congo Floods Cause Severe Damage and Casualties

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In January 2024, heavy rainfall led to severe flooding in various parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), primarily affecting eastern, southern, and northern regions. Notably impacted areas include Kasai-Central Province, South Kivu Province, and the capital city Kinshasa. The floods have caused significant casualties and extensive property damage.

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