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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The monsoon-driven floods and landslides in June 2018 had devastating impacts on the affected regions of the Philippines. Key impacts include:
        <ul>
            <li>Affected over 14,000 families or 71,000 individuals in Maguindanao</li>
            <li>81 houses were damaged by the floods</li>
            <li>Over 13,000 people affected by southwest monsoon rains in 26 barangays</li>
            <li>Flashflood in Kabacan, North Cotabato displaced more than 8,000 people</li>
            <li>Continuous impact from Tropical Storm Son-tinh, Severe Tropical Storm Ampil, and Tropical Depression Josie, which exacerbated the flooding and landslides in various regions.</li>
        </ul>
    </div>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        During floods and landslides:
        <ul>
            <li>Move to higher ground immediately and avoid walking or driving through floodwaters.</li>
            <li>Listen to weather updates and heed evacuation orders promptly.</li>
            <li>Secure important documents and essential items in waterproof bags.</li>
            <li>Avoid riverbanks, low-lying areas, and mountainous regions prone to landslides.</li>
            <li>If trapped, call emergency services and provide your location for rescue.</li>
        </ul>
    </div>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
        <p>
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        </p>
        To prepare for such disasters, ensure your emergency kit includes:
        <ul>
            <li>Water (at least one gallon per person per day for three days)</li>
            <li>Non-perishable food for at least three days</li>
            <li>Battery-powered or hand-crank radio</li>
            <li>Flashlight with extra batteries</li>
            <li>First aid kit and necessary medications</li>
            <li>Multipurpose tool and local maps</li>
            <li>Personal hygiene items and sanitation supplies</li>
            <li>Copies of important documents in a waterproof bag</li>
            <li>Mobile phone and charger</li>
        </ul>
    </div>
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Continuous heavy rains throughout June 2018 caused floods and landslides in the Philippines, displacing thousands and damaging numerous homes.

Philippines: Monsoon-Driven Floods and Landslides in June 2018

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In June 2018, the Philippines witnessed a series of natural calamities driven by continuous heavy rains, resulting in devastating floods and landslides. These events were exacerbated by multiple weather disturbances, including Tropical Storm Son-tinh and Severe Tropical Storm Ampil. Areas significantly affected include the Province of Maguindanao, Cagayan Valley, and Northern Palawan, among others. The southwest monsoon rains, combined with flash floods and overflowing irrigation canals, have displaced thousands of residents and caused extensive damage to properties.

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