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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>Heavy rainfall has resulted in severe flooding across eastern Kenya, with Mandera County being particularly affected.</p><ul><li>Five fatalities reported in Mandera County as of 6 November</li><li>Over 1,800 families displaced and nearly 5,000 houses affected</li><li>Total of over 4,900 people affected in Mandera</li><li>Across Kenya, 17 fatalities and nearly 36,000 people displaced as of 5 November</li><li>Affected regions include Garissa, Mandera, and Wajir in the northeast</li><li>More than 60 people have died and 136,025 people displaced as of 19 November</li><li>Humanitarian aid reaching approximately 950,000 people with food assistance</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>In the event of flooding, follow these safety guidelines:</p><ul><li>Move to higher ground immediately if you are in a flood-prone area.</li><li>Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters; just six inches of moving water can knock you down, and one foot of water can sweep your vehicle away.</li><li>Listen to emergency broadcasts and follow instructions from authorities.</li><li>If trapped in a building, go to the highest level; do not climb into a closed attic.</li><li>Be aware of the risk of electrocution; do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if you are standing in water.</li><li>Avoid coming in contact with floodwater as it may be contaminated.</li></ul><p>Seek help by contacting local emergency services, and stay informed through media and local communication channels.</p>
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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>To prepare for potential floods, consider the following items for your emergency kit:</p><ul><li>Water (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 and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert</li><li>Flashlight and extra batteries</li><li>First aid kit</li><li>Local maps</li><li>Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery</li><li>Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties for personal sanitation</li><li>Personal hygiene items</li><li>Important personal documents (copies of insurance policies, identification, and bank account records)</li></ul>
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Heavy rainfall in Eastern Kenya causes severe flooding, leading to casualties, widespread displacement, and extensive property damage. Immediate aid is underway.

Severe Flooding Devastates Eastern Kenya - Nov 2023

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Heavy rainfall has significantly impacted eastern Kenya, particularly Mandera County, since early November 2023. The floods have overwhelmed rivers, including the Dawa River, leading to casualties, extensive displacement, and property damage. Ongoing heavy rains are expected to exacerbate the situation.

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