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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The cold wave had a significant impact on North Macedonia:</p><ul><li>Severe transportation disruptions due to high snow drifts.</li><li>Communication cut off with many mountain villages.</li><li>Electricity lines down in multiple regions affecting thousands of residents.</li><li>Major impact areas: Ohrid, Struga, Debar, Kichevo, Skopje, and Makedonski Brod.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>In case of a cold wave and heavy snowfall:</p><ul><li>Stay indoors and avoid travel unless absolutely necessary.</li><li>Keep extra blankets, warm clothing, and a heat source ready.</li><li>Ensure you have sufficient food and water supplies.</li><li>Stay connected with loved ones and inform them of your safety.</li><li>Avoid overexertion when shoveling snow to prevent hypothermia and heart attacks.</li><li>If electricity is cut off, use alternative light sources like candles or battery-powered lamps.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        <p>Prepare an emergency kit in advance with the following items:</p><ul><li>Non-perishable food and bottled water to last at least three days.</li><li>Warm clothing, blankets, and sleeping bags.</li><li>Battery-powered or hand-crank radio to stay informed.</li><li>Flashlights and extra batteries.</li><li>First aid kit with necessary medications.</li><li>Extra cash in case ATMs are not functioning.</li><li>Utility tools like a multi-tool and a snow shovel.</li></ul>
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In December 2014, heavy snowfalls hit North Macedonia, causing transportation issues and power outages in multiple regions.

Heavy Snowfall Paralyzes North Macedonia in December 2014

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On December 28, 2014, North Macedonia experienced a severe cold wave with heavy snowfalls. Snow drifts up to two meters high rendered many highways and mountain corridors impassable, cutting off communication with numerous mountain villages. Electricity supplies were disrupted in several regions, including Ohrid, Struga, Debar, Kichevo, Skopje, and Makedonski Brod.

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