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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The floods resulted in severe damage and displacement across Jalal-Abad and Osh oblasts. 

1. One person was killed.
2. Approximately 10,000 people were affected.
3. Around 1,250 houses and 40 offices were destroyed.
4. 60 km of power supply lines and roads were damaged.
5. 1,204 hectares of land were flooded.
6. Significant damage to water supply networks and bridges.
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        1. Move to higher ground immediately to avoid floodwaters.
2. Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters due to the risk of currents and debris.
3. Listen to emergency broadcasts for updates and evacuation instructions.
4. If trapped, seek refuge on the highest level of the building.
5. Mark your location to attract rescuers' attention if necessary.
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        1. Waterproof containers with essential documents, cash, and identification.
2. First aid kit, including necessary medications.
3. Portable water and non-perishable food items.
4. Flashlight, batteries, and a hand-crank or solar-powered radio.
5. Personal hygiene items and sufficient changes of clothes.
6. Multi-tool and basic repair supplies.
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Torrential rains caused severe flooding in Jalal-Abad and Osh, Kyrgyzstan, in May 1998. One person died, and thousands were displaced.

Severe Flooding Devastates Jalal-Abad and Osh in Kyrgyzstan

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In May 1998, torrential rains led to severe flooding in the Jalal-Abad and Osh oblasts of Kyrgyzstan. The flooding was exacerbated by a broken dam on the Kugart River, resulting in widespread destruction across the affected areas. The floods caused the death of one person and forced thousands to abandon their homes. Significant infrastructure damage, including destroyed houses, offices, roads, and power supply lines, was reported.

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