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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The destructive impact of Cyclone Remal has been significant in both India and Bangladesh:</p><ul><li>Over 4.6 million people affected in Bangladesh.</li><li>Approximately 807,023 people evacuated to shelters in Bangladesh.</li><li>40,338 houses completely uninhabitable in Bangladesh.</li><li>8,500 houses reported partially destroyed in India.</li><li>53 total fatalities reported across both countries.</li><li>Severe disruption to livelihoods and food supply chains due to agricultural damage.</li><li>Millions left without power, with infrastructure heavily damaged.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>To self-rescue and seek help during and after a cyclone:</p><ul><li>Follow evacuation orders and move to designated shelters.</li><li>Stay indoors and away from windows during the storm.</li><li>Keep emergency supplies such as water, food, and medications handy.</li><li>Use a battery-powered radio to stay informed about the storm’s progress.</li><li>Avoid driving through flooded areas and stay away from downed power lines.</li><li>If trapped in a building, move to a higher floor to avoid floodwaters.</li><li>Reach out to local authorities or relief organizations for help if needed.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
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        <p>Essential items for an emergency kit:</p><ul><li>First-aid supplies and essential medications.</li><li>Non-perishable food and bottled water (enough for at least 3 days).</li><li>Flashlights and extra batteries.</li><li>A battery-powered or hand-crank radio.</li><li>Important documents sealed in a waterproof container.</li><li>Personal hygiene items and sanitation supplies.</li><li>Emergency contact information and maps of the area.</li><li>Cash (ATMs may not function during power outages).</li><li>Whistles and tools like a multi-purpose knife.</li></ul>
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Cyclone Remal, a severe storm, hit northeastern India and Bangladesh in May 2024, causing floods, landslides, and extensive damage.

Cyclone Remal Devastates Northeast India and Bangladesh

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In late May 2024, Tropical Cyclone Remal formed over the Bay of Bengal and made landfall near the Bangladesh-India border. The cyclone brought severe weather including wind speeds of up to 135 kmph, tidal surges, and heavy rainfall. The most affected areas included the Indian states of Mizoram, West Bengal, Assam, and Meghalaya, as well as several coastal districts in Bangladesh. Over 4.6 million people were impacted, with significant displacement, property damage, and loss of lives reported.

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