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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The flooding in South Sudan had significant destructive impacts:</p><ul><li>Over 11,000 people were affected in Aweil North and Aweil West.</li><li>650 households in Bunj payam, Maban County were deeply affected.</li><li>Roads and farmlands were destroyed, making transport difficult and worsening food security.</li><li>More than 2000 households in Pibor needed urgent assistance.</li><li>UNICEF and WHO provided aid, but there was a notable funding gap in the WASH sector.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>For those affected by flooding, the following self-rescue measures are advised:</p><ul><li>Move to higher ground and stay away from floodwaters.</li><li>Listen to local authorities and follow evacuation orders if necessary.</li><li>Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters.</li><li>Ensure personal hygiene and use water treatment products if necessary.</li><li>Seek shelter in designated evacuation centers.</li><li>Avoid contact with potentially contaminated water to prevent infections.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        <p>To prepare for potential flooding, your emergency kit should include:</p><ul><li>Water and water purification tablets.</li><li>Non-perishable food items.</li><li>First-aid kit and necessary medications.</li><li>Flashlights, batteries, and a portable radio.</li><li>Important documents in a waterproof container.</li><li>Blankets and warm clothing.</li><li>Personal hygiene items and sanitation supplies.</li></ul>
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In September 2017, heavy rains led to severe flooding across South Sudan, affecting thousands of people and causing significant disruptions.

Severe Flooding Hits South Sudan in September 2017

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In September 2017, South Sudan experienced severe flooding due to heavy rains. The floods impacted various parts of the country, including Aweil North, Aweil West, Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Jonglei, and Upper Nile State. Thousands of people were displaced, and several roads were washed away, hampering transportation. The floods also destroyed farmlands, exacerbating the already precarious food security situation in the region. Emergency services and aid organizations, such as UNICEF and WHO, responded to the disaster, although there were significant funding gaps.

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