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Southern African floods


Flood drills in Malawi

Author: Daniel Dickinson (22 days ago)

Climate change and other factors have led to an increase in the frequency and intensity of floods in Malawi. In a project funded by the European Commission Humanitarian Aid department, communities are now being trained how to respond to emergencies.  


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