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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The flooding in northwestern Bosnia and Herzegovina had widespread and severe impacts:</p><ul><li>Directly affected 887 households</li><li>Substantial damage to residential properties and essential infrastructure</li><li>Destruction of crops and agricultural land</li><li>Over 40 residents in life-threatening situations</li><li>More than 10 households displaced</li><li>Significant levels of humidity in homes, posing health risks</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>During a flood, follow these self-rescue and help-seeking tips:</p><ul><li>Move to higher ground immediately and avoid walking or driving through flood waters.</li><li>Disconnect electrical appliances and avoid contact with electrical equipment in wet areas to prevent electrocution.</li><li>If trapped in a building, move to the highest level and signal for help using a flashlight or bright clothing.</li><li>Follow evacuation orders from local authorities promptly.</li><li>Avoid wading through flood water as it may be contaminated with sewage or hazardous chemicals.</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 for floods that includes:</p><ul><li>Non-perishable food and water to last for at least three days</li><li>Battery-powered or hand-crank radio to stay informed</li><li>First aid kit and essential medications</li><li>Flashlights and extra batteries</li><li>Personal hygiene items and sanitation supplies</li><li>Copies of important documents stored in a waterproof container</li><li>Cash and emergency contact information</li></ul>
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In May 2023, severe flooding impacted the northwestern region of Bosnia and Herzegovina, affecting 887 households and causing widespread damage.

Severe Flooding Strikes Bosnia and Herzegovina in May 2023

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In mid-May 2023, the northwestern region of Bosnia and Herzegovina was hit by severe flooding due to intense rainfall. The Una and Sana rivers, along with their tributaries, overflowed, affecting a wide area and causing substantial damage to infrastructure, homes, and agricultural land. This natural disaster impacted 12 municipalities and endangered the lives and livelihoods of thousands of residents.

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