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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The destructive impact of Cyclone Ivan was severe:</p><ul><li>93 people lost their lives.</li><li>332,391 individuals were affected.</li><li>191,182 people were displaced from their homes.</li><li>Major damages to electricity, water, and communication networks were reported.</li><li>Continued rainfall worsened the situation and delayed assessments.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>To stay safe during a tropical cyclone, consider the following self-rescue tips:</p><ul><li>Seek shelter in a sturdy building and stay away from windows.</li><li>Evacuate low-lying areas prone to flooding if instructed by authorities.</li><li>Have a plan to reach the highest point in your home if floodwaters rise.</li><li>Avoid using electrical appliances until safety is confirmed.</li><li>Do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwaters.</li><li>Listen to official updates and instructions via radio or other communication devices.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        <p>Prepare an emergency kit with the following items:</p><ul><li>Non-perishable food and clean water for several days.</li><li>Battery-powered or hand-crank radio.</li><li>First aid kit, including medications.</li><li>Flashlights and extra batteries.</li><li>Personal hygiene items, such as soap and hand sanitizer.</li><li>Important documents in a waterproof container.</li><li>Multi-purpose tool and emergency contact numbers.</li></ul>
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Cyclone Ivan struck Madagascar in Feb 2008, causing widespread destruction, displacing 191,182 people and killing 93.

Destructive Cyclone Ivan Hits Madagascar in 2008

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Tropical Cyclone Ivan, a Category 4 cyclone with wind gusts reaching 230 kilometers per hour, made landfall in Madagascar on February 17-18, 2008. It caused extensive damage in Sainte-Marie island and affected 14 regions and 44 zones in the north-east and north-west parts of the mainland. The cyclone resulted in the deaths of 93 people, affected 332,391 others, and displaced 191,182 people. Continuous rainfall for several days exacerbated conditions and delayed preliminary damage assessments.

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