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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The severe weather has resulted in significant damage and casualties:</p><ul><li>19 fatalities reported</li><li>At least 10,727 families affected</li><li>More than 414 houses destroyed</li><li>Approximately 11,000 livestock affected</li><li>Isolation of several municipalities</li><li>Closure of major highways due to a landslide</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>In the event of flooding, individuals should:</p><ul><li>Move immediately to higher ground</li><li>Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters</li><li>Stay informed through local news and weather updates</li><li>Use a life vest or flotation device if stranded in water</li><li>Call emergency services for rescue</li><li>Avoid touching electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water</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>Preparation for a flood event includes:</p><ul><li>Having a waterproof emergency kit with essential items (first aid supplies, medications, flashlight, batteries, non-perishable food)</li><li>Keeping important documents in a waterproof container</li><li>Developing a family emergency plan and ensuring all members are aware of it</li><li>Maintaining a list of emergency contacts</li><li>Ensuring an accessible supply of clean water</li><li>Considering flood insurance if you live in a prone area</li></ul>
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Heavy rainfall and river overflow in Bolivia have led to severe flooding, causing 19 deaths and affecting over 10,000 families.

Severe Flooding Strikes Bolivia, Widespread Damage Reported

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Heavy rain and river overflow have triggered severe flooding in multiple regions of Bolivia, starting on 9 February 2020. The La Paz Department was significantly affected, with multiple reports of casualties and property damage. The Bolivian Government has declared disaster zones in hard-hit regions, and red alerts were issued for several rivers due to rising water levels.

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