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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The severe storm on 18 September 2012 had a destructive impact on Paraguay:</p><ul><li>Five people lost their lives.</li><li>Approximately 100 individuals were injured.</li><li>Over 2,900 families were affected.</li><li>Significant damage to homes and crops, particularly in Mariano Roque Alonso and Ñeembucu departments.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>In the event of a severe local storm, follow these self-rescue and help-seeking methods:</p><ul><li>Seek shelter indoors, away from windows and glass doors.</li><li>Stay tuned to weather updates through a battery-powered radio.</li><li>Avoid touching electrical equipment and cords.</li><li>If outdoors, find a sturdy building or get into a vehicle.</li><li>Do not attempt to walk or drive through flooded areas.</li><li>After the storm, check for injuries and provide first aid if necessary.</li><li>Communicate with emergency services for assistance.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        <p>Prepare an emergency kit to ensure safety during severe storms:</p><ul><li>Flashlights with extra batteries.</li><li>Battery-powered or hand-crank radio.</li><li>First aid kit with essential medications.</li><li>Non-perishable food and water supply for at least three days.</li><li>Personal hygiene items.</li><li>Copies of important documents in a waterproof container.</li><li>Multipurpose tool and whistle.</li></ul>
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A severe storm in Paraguay on 18 Sep 2012, caused 5 deaths, 100 injuries, and affected over 2,900 families, mainly in Mariano Roque Alonso and Ñeembucu.

Paraguay: Devastating Severe Local Storm in Sep 2012

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On the night of 18 September 2012, a severe storm struck Paraguay, causing widespread damage. The storm particularly impacted the municipality of Mariano Roque Alonso in the Central department and affected homes and crops in the Ñeembucu department as well as other regions of southern Paraguay. The disaster resulted in the deaths of five individuals, left approximately 100 people injured, and affected more than 2,900 families.

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