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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The devastating floods in Niger in July 2016 had a significant impact:</p><ul><li>92,000 people affected by late August</li><li>123,239 people (16,370 households) affected by late September</li><li>38 deaths and 27 injuries</li><li>9,000 homes damaged</li><li>26,000 heads of cattle lost</li><li>Majority of the affected in Maradi, Tahoua, and Agadez regions</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>During floods, follow these self-rescue tips:</p><ul><li>Move to higher ground immediately and avoid low-lying areas.</li><li>Do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwaters; only 6 inches of moving water can knock you down.</li><li>Follow advice from local authorities and evacuation orders strictly.</li><li>Keep a waterproof bag with essential documents and supplies ready.</li><li>Avoid contact with floodwater, as it may be contaminated with sewage or chemicals.</li><li>If trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and signal for help.</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>Prepare an emergency kit with the following items:</p><ul><li>Water (at least one gallon per person per day for at least three days)</li><li>Non-perishable food (at least a three-day supply)</li><li>Battery-powered or hand-crank radio</li><li>Flashlight and extra batteries</li><li>First aid kit</li><li>Medications and medical supplies</li><li>Whistle to signal for help</li><li>Dust mask to filter contaminated air</li><li>Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties for personal sanitation</li><li>Local maps</li></ul>
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Niger experienced severe floods in July 2016, displacing over 123,000 people and causing extensive damage to homes and livestock.

Devastating Niger Floods Displace Thousands in July 2016

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In late July 2016, Niger faced its worst flooding in over 50 years in the Gorouol River Basin at Alcongui. The floods led to significant displacement and damage, prompting local authorities and international organizations such as the UN and MSF to provide urgent food and non-food aid. Despite these efforts, the flooding worsened malnutrition risks and communicable diseases, severely affecting food supplies and agricultural productivity.

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