<div>
    <div>
        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The disaster caused extensive destruction in multiple areas:
    <ul>
        <li>Extensive damage to housing infrastructure.</li>
        <li>Widespread agricultural impact, with 22,000 hectares of arable land affected.</li>
        <li>20,000 households were severely impacted.</li>
        <li>The estimated financial cost of the damages reached 150 million GEL.</li>
    </ul>
    </div>
    <div>
        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        To self-rescue and seek help during flash floods and hailstorms:
    <ul>
        <li>Move to higher ground immediately if you are in a flood-prone area.</li>
        <li>Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters.</li>
        <li>Stay indoors away from windows to protect yourself from hailstones.</li>
        <li>Listen to emergency broadcasts for updates and instructions.</li>
        <li>If trapped, signal for help using bright clothing or a flashlight.</li>
    </ul>
    </div>
    <div>
        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
        <p>
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        To prepare an emergency kit for such disasters, include:
    <ul>
        <li>Bottled water and non-perishable food items.</li>
        <li>A first-aid kit and essential medications.</li>
        <li>Flashlights, batteries, and a battery-operated radio.</li>
        <li>A multi-purpose tool and whistle to signal for help.</li>
        <li>Important documents sealed in a waterproof container.</li>
        <li>Extra clothing and blankets.</li>
    </ul>
    </div>
</div>


Heavy rains, strong winds, hail, and flooding hit Georgia on July 19, 2012, causing extensive damage to housing and crop lands, affecting 20,000 households.

Flash Floods and Hailstorms Devastate Georgia

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On July 19, 2012, Georgia was struck by severe weather conditions, including heavy rains, strong winds, and large hailstones. These conditions led to flash floods that caused significant damage to infrastructure and agricultural lands, particularly in the Kakheti region. The disaster impacted approximately 20,000 households and damaged 22,000 hectares of arable land. The government estimated that the total cost of the damages would reach 150 million GEL.

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