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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The severe weather events in Viet Nam in 2012 caused significant destruction and loss of life.</p><p>Key impacts include:</p><ul><li>Two fatalities</li><li>More than 4,500 homes damaged</li><li>Destruction of subsidiary crop areas</li><li>Freak tornadoes causing additional two deaths and around 75 injuries</li><li>Approximately 700 homes destroyed by tornadoes</li><li>Flash floods and landslides in August leading to additional damage</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>To stay safe during severe storms and floods, follow these guidelines:</p><ul><li>Seek shelter in a sturdy building away from windows</li><li>Move to higher ground in the event of flooding</li><li>Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters</li><li>Listen to weather updates and follow instructions from local authorities</li><li>Keep emergency contact numbers handy</li><li>Prepare an emergency kit with essentials</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
        <p>
            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
            an emergency
            guide</a> based on your location,
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        <p>An emergency kit should include the following items:</p><ul><li>Non-perishable food and drinking water (at least a three-day supply)</li><li>First-aid supplies and essential medications</li><li>Flashlights and extra batteries</li><li>Portable radio</li><li>Cash and important documents</li><li>Clothing, blankets, and hygiene supplies</li></ul>
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Severe storms, floods, and tornadoes struck Viet Nam in 2012, causing deaths, injuries, and extensive damage to homes and crops.

Severe Storms and Floods Hit Viet Nam in 2012

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In April 2012, severe storms and floods wreaked havoc across Viet Nam, particularly in the northern provinces of Lao Cai, Bac Kan, and Tuyen Quang. The storms resulted in fatalities, destruction of homes, and damage to crops. The situation worsened in August with freak tornadoes and flash floods continuing to cause widespread destruction in both southern and northern regions of the country.

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