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Event Date : 2024-07

Severe Floods and Landslides Devastate Timor-Leste in July 2007

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Disaster Overview

Disaster type: Flood
Disaster-Affected People: 947
Affected Countries/Regions: Timor-Leste
Suggested Emergency Supplies List:

clean drinking water, non-perishable food, first aid kit, flashlight, batteries, blankets, clothing, personal hygiene items, water purification tablets, emergency medications

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Disaster Overview : In July 2007, Timor-Leste experienced devastating floods and landslides caused by incessant rainfall. The disaster severely impacted six districts: Suai, Same, Manatutu, Viqueque, and Ermera. A total of 947 people, including 243 families, were affected, with significant damage to homes, livelihoods, and crops. The flooding contaminated deep wells, and landslides destroyed several houses. The aftermath saw the spread of diseases such as diarrhea, malaria, and dengue, particularly in Suai and neighboring districts.

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