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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The eruption of Mt. Soputan had a considerable impact on the surrounding area, causing widespread property destruction and necessitating mass evacuations.</p><ul><li>Columns of smoke and fire exceeded 3,000 meters in height.</li><li>Scores of houses were destroyed by burning rocks and ash.</li><li>Villages within a 10 km radius were declared danger zones.</li><li>Approximately 32,000 people in 19 villages had to be evacuated.</li><li>No casualties were reported.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>In the event of a volcanic eruption:</p><ul><li>Evacuate immediately if you are in a designated danger zone.</li><li>Cover your nose and mouth with a damp cloth to avoid inhaling ash.</li><li>Stay indoors to avoid falling ash and toxic gases.</li><li>Seek shelter in a safe place, such as a sturdy building.</li><li>Avoid low-lying areas where volcanic gases can accumulate.</li></ul><p>Avoiding wrong behaviors:</p><ul><li>Do not approach the volcano to take pictures or videos.</li><li>Do not disregard evacuation warnings.</li><li>Do not attempt to return to the danger zone until authorities declare it safe.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        <p>Prepare an emergency kit that includes:</p><ul><li>Face masks or damp cloths to protect against ash inhalation.</li><li>Bottled water and non-perishable food supplies.</li><li>A battery-powered radio for updates and instructions.</li><li>Flashlights and extra batteries.</li><li>Basic medical supplies and personal medications.</li><li>Sturdy shoes and protective clothing.</li></ul>
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Mt. Soputan in Indonesia erupted on May 25, 1984. The eruption resulted in significant destruction of property but no casualties. Villages within 10 km were declared danger zones.

Eruption of Mt. Soputan in Indonesia - May 1984

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On May 25, 1984, Mt. Soputan in Indonesia's North Sulawesi province erupted, sending columns of smoke and fire over 3,000 meters into the sky. Although no casualties were reported, the eruption destroyed numerous houses and forced the evacuation of villages within a 10-kilometer radius. The volcano's previous significant eruption in 1982 had devastating effects on local agriculture and settlements.

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