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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <strong>The dengue outbreak in Sri Lanka has had a significant destructive impact:</strong><ul><li>61,361 cases reported as of August 2023</li><li>Highest numbers in Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Batticaloa, and Trincomalee</li><li>8 districts identified as high-risk zones by NDCU</li><li>Rapid spread similar to the severe 2017 dengue outbreak</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        To protect yourself from dengue, follow these steps: <ol><li>Use mosquito repellents and wear long-sleeved clothing to prevent mosquito bites.</li><li>Ensure proper disposal of garbage to avoid creating mosquito breeding grounds.</li><li>Use mosquito nets while sleeping, especially for children and elderly individuals.</li><li>Seek medical attention immediately if symptoms like high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, and muscle and joint pains occur.</li><li>Avoid self-medication and consult a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment.</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
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        Prepare an emergency kit that includes: <ul><li>Effective mosquito repellents</li><li>First aid supplies</li><li>Oral rehydration salts</li><li>Necessary prescription medications</li><li>Contact information for local health authorities</li></ul>
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Sri Lanka faces a critical dengue outbreak due to intensified rainfall, with 61,361 cases reported by August 2023, affecting multiple high-risk districts.

Escalating Dengue Outbreak in Sri Lanka - May 2023

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Sri Lanka is currently experiencing a severe dengue outbreak exacerbated by the intensifying rainfall from the Southeast monsoon. The Health departments have warned of the situation's potential to become critical, with 61,361 dengue cases reported as of August 2023. The highest numbers of cases have been recorded in districts such as Colombo, Gampaha, and Kalutara in the Western Province, and Batticaloa, Trincomalee in the Eastern Province, among others. The ongoing inclement weather conditions are expected to further worsen the spread of the disease.

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