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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The drought in Guatemala between 2012 and 2013 resulted in devastating impacts on agriculture and food security:</p><ul><li>Rainfall deficits led to a 69-97% loss in maize and bean crops in affected regions.</li><li>Affected almost 40,000 families by August 2012.</li><li>An estimated 236,000 people needed assistance by October 2012.</li><li>Food insecurity worsened in 2013 due to ongoing drought and coffee rust impacts, with a 36.5% increase in malnutrition cases compared to 2012.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>To cope with such a drought-induced food crisis, families should:</p><ul><li>Seek assistance from local and international relief organizations.</li><li>Focus on accessing and storing clean water for drinking and cooking.</li><li>Engage in community support programs for food distribution.</li><li>Avoid hoarding supplies to ensure fair distribution.</li><li>Utilize drought-resistant crop varieties for future planting.</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
            an emergency
            guide</a> based on your location,
            family composition, and housing type to ensure your and your family's safety during disasters or emergencies.
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        <p>Preparation for future droughts should include:</p><ul><li>Stockpiling non-perishable food items and clean water supplies.</li><li>Growing drought-resistant crops.</li><li>Storing basic medical supplies and hygiene products.</li><li>Keeping important documents in a safe, easily accessible place.</li><li>Developing a family emergency plan.</li></ul>
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Guatemala grapples with severe drought and crop loss in 2012-2013, leading to heightened food insecurity affecting thousands of families.

Guatemala Faces Severe Food Insecurity Due to Drought

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Between 2012 and 2013, Guatemala experienced significant food insecurity due to severe drought conditions. Rainfall deficits in July 2012 led to substantial crop losses in the eastern, central, and parts of the western regions. The situation was exacerbated by crop pests and diseases, leading to a catastrophic decrease in maize and bean production. By August 2012, almost 40,000 families were affected, and by October, around 236,000 people required assistance. In 2013, continued rainfall deficits and the impact of rust on coffee cultivation further jeopardized food security, increasing malnutrition rates by 36.5% compared to 2012.

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