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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The destructive impact of the floods has been vast, with the following key points:</p><ul><li>79 of 338 municipalities declared a state of disaster, and 25 municipalities under a state of emergency.</li><li>47,125 families suffered partial loss of assets.</li><li>23,683 families were left homeless.</li><li>34 reported deaths and 26 people missing.</li><li>Significant losses in crops, housing, and other assets.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        1. Seek Higher Ground: Immediately move to higher ground to avoid floodwaters. Avoid walking or driving through flooded areas.<br>2. Emergency Contacts: Save emergency numbers for local authorities and rescue teams.<br>3. Safety Shelter: Find a designated safety shelter if evacuation is advised.<br>4. Avoid Electrical Hazards: Stay away from power lines and electrical outlets in flooded areas.<br>5. Help Signal: Use visible signals or call local emergency numbers for help. Avoid risky behaviors like swimming in floodwaters.
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        1. Emergency Kit: Prepare an emergency kit including water, non-perishable food, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, medications, and important documents.<br>2. Communication Plan: Establish a communication plan with family members in case you get separated.<br>3. Vehicle Preparedness: Keep your vehicle fueled and stock it with emergency supplies and blankets.<br>4. Familiarize with Evacuation Routes: Know evacuation routes and local emergency shelters beforehand.<br>5. Waterproof Bag: Store important documents in a waterproof bag.
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Severe floods influenced by El Niño impact Bolivia, affecting thousands of families, causing fatalities, and resulting in significant damage.

Severe Flooding Devastates Regions in Bolivia

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Since the beginning of the year, Bolivia has been experiencing severe rainfall influenced by the El Niño phenomenon. These rains have resulted in overflowing rivers and floods across various regions, including Alto Beni, Palos Blancos, Guanay, Rurrenabaque, Riberalta, Villa Montes, Cutaiqui, San Borja, and San Buenaventura. The Bolivian Government declared a national emergency on February 27, followed by specific emergency declarations for the departments of Potosí, La Paz, Chuquisaca, Santa Cruz, and Cochabamba on April 10. This widespread flooding has led to considerable loss of life and property.

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