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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The heavy rains in central Cuba led to extensive flooding with widespread damage. Key impacts include:
<ul><li>Over 1,000 homes damaged or destroyed</li><li>3,300 hectares of farmland flooded</li><li>More than 8,000 people evacuated</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        If you are in a flood-prone area, follow these steps for self-rescue and seeking help:
<ol><li>Move to higher ground immediately to avoid rising water levels.</li><li>Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters; even shallow water can be hazardous.</li><li>Listen to weather updates and evacuation orders from authorities.</li><li>Keep in contact with family and emergency services using a mobile phone or radio.</li><li>Avoid touching electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.</li></ol>
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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.
            Click <a href="https://www.planbowl.com/sample-guide">"Emergency Preparation Guide Example"</a> to see the services you can
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        Prepare an emergency kit in advance to ensure your safety during floods. It should include:
<ul><li>First aid kit and essential medications</li><li>Bottled water and non-perishable food items</li><li>Battery-powered or hand-crank radio</li><li>Flashlight and extra batteries</li><li>Important documents sealed in waterproof containers</li><li>Emergency contact numbers and a plan for family reunification</li></ul>
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In May 2012, heavy rains caused severe flooding in central Cuba, damaging over a thousand homes and submerging 3,300 hectares of farmland, leading to the evacuation of over 8,000 people.

Severe Flooding Hits Central Cuba in May 2012

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In late May 2012, central Cuba experienced severe flooding due to heavy rains. The deluge caused significant damage to the region, affecting both residential areas and agricultural land. An estimated one thousand homes were damaged or destroyed, and more than 3,300 hectares of farmland were submerged. The disaster also forced the evacuation of over 8,000 residents.

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